(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) remind everyone that you never have to pay to collect winnings from a legitimate lottery.

On January 27, 2025, officers began a fraud investigation after it was reported that an elderly person was potentially being duped into believing they had won the lottery.

As a result of the investigation, George ENGLAND, a 56-year-old of Sutton West, Ontario has been charged with:

Fraud over $5000
Possession of a weapon – two counts
Drive motor vehicle – no licence
Fail to have insurance card
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Prince Edward County on March 12, 2025.

Fraudsters frequently target vulnerable individuals. To help prevent victimization, please share this information, especially with those who may be at risk. For more details, visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. If you have lost money due to fraud, report it to police at 1-888-310-1122.

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