Two Males Arrested for Fraud After Roofing Scam in Ajax

Two males are facing charges after a victim was defrauded for $18,000 as part of a roofing scam.

On Wednesday, October, 8, 2025, members of West Division responded to a fraud call in the area of Clements Road West and Monarch Avenue in Ajax. 

The victim contacted a roofing company she located online called ‘Toronto’s Choice Home Improvement.’ An appointment was scheduled for them to attend the victim’s address and repair the roof.

The suspects attended the victim’s residence and advised that work needed to be completed on the roof at the cost of $18,000, which the victim paid. The suspects then advised the roof required further repairs in the amount of $50,000 and demanded the remaining balance claiming the work had been completed. 

The victim contacted a claims adjuster who performed an inspection and concluded the cost did not reflect the repairs that were made to the roof. Officers arrived and placed both males in custody without incident. 

Following an investigation, it was learned that ‘Toronto’s Choice Home Improvement’ is not a legitimate company. 

Investigators are concerned there may be other victims and are releasing photos of the suspects. The business operated a website: https://www.torontoschoicehomeimprovements.com/

Shane O’DRISCOLL, age 24 from Ireland is charged with: Fraud Over $5000.

James O’DRISCOLL, age 28 from Great Britian is charged with: Fraud Over $5000

Both were held for a bail hearing.

Anyone who has been victimized by the accused’s or company is asked to contact Det.Tisi of the Financial Crimes Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5279.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation. These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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