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The Peel regional police, on March 15, announced the arrest of Brampton man, Udayveer Dhillon, 21, in connection with a fraud that primarily targeted members of the South Asian community, specifically those with temporary immigration status.
Dhillon, allegedly, engaged individuals with temporary immigration status to commit fraud against financial institutions and automotive dealerships in the Region of Peel.
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The arrest was carried out by the department's Fraud Bureau. The bureau alleges that the accused intended to use the temporary immigrants to obtain credit products, including high-value auto loans, with no intent to repay. The funds and vehicles obtained were allegedly intended for unauthorized use, resale, or export.
Dhillon was arrested on March 9 and charged with Attempt to Commit a Criminal Offence.
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