Male Arrested in Bank Fraud Investigation

A male has been arrested in connection with a bank fraud scam that targeted an older female victim earlier this year.

On Thursday, February 12, 2026, the victim received a phone call from a female who falsely claimed to be an employee of a financial institution. The caller advised the victim that her banking cards had been compromised and needed to be collected. The victim was told that a representative would attend her residence to retrieve the cards and arrange replacements.

A short time later, a male attended the victim's residence and obtained her bank cards and iPhone. The victim was told he would return within an hour with replacement cards and her phone; however, he did not return.

Investigators determined that more than $3,000 was withdrawn from the victim's account and fraudulent transactions were conducted using the victim's bank cards.

Through investigation, officers identified and arrested the male suspect. 

Arashdeep Singh, age 31, of Brampton was charged with: Theft Under $5,000 x1, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 x1, Fraud Under $5,000 x2, Attempt Fraud x8, Unauthorized Use of Credit Card Data x9, Use of Debit/Credit Card Obtained by Crime x9, Disguise with Intent x4, Fail to Comply with Probation x2.

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

Durham Regional Police Service would like to remind residents never to provide personal information, banking cards, PIN numbers, or cash to anyone who contacts them by telephone claiming to represent a bank or financial institution. If you believe you have been targeted by a fraud, contact your financial institution immediately and report the incident to police.
Banks will never send a courier or representative to your home to collect banking cards, PINs, or cash.

DRPS encourages residents to speak with family members and loved ones about fraud prevention and to remain vigilant against scams targeting seniors and vulnerable persons.
Anyone with additional information related to this investigation is asked to contact the Durham Regional Police Service.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Central East Division’s PC Hristov at 1-888-579-1520 ext.1701. Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

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