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Man charged in snow clearing scam

Posted By: Siobhan Morris · 1/4/2013 2:32:00 PM

Toronto Police have charged a man for a snow plow scam.

Police say "Eric" posted flyers in North York, offering snow removal services through his company "Unique Seasonal Services".  He'd take cash & cheques from homeowners to clear their snow for the season.

But when the white stuff did come down, Eric never showed up.  When victims called him, his number was out of service.

Seniors are among the victims.  Some of them became housebound because of the buildup of snow outside.

Police believe there could be more victims & want to hear from anyone who may have hired "Eric".

They aren't releasing his real name or his photo, but the man has been charged with fraud & possession of property obtained by crime.

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  1. Debbie posted on 01/04/2013 03:03 PM
    This isn't the first time this has happened. Yar Lev Snow removal bilked hundreds in North York and then skipped the country for Israel with the same scam and the police never caught the guy.
  2. Dave B posted on 01/04/2013 03:25 PM
    DON'T PAY CASH ...to "get the deal" ...to "save the tax" !! Consumers bring these issues on themselves, by thinking they are smart and saving money. Be prepared to sign a Contract so that you have a legal document and recourse. Yes, it will cost a bit more, including HST, but you will receive value ...don't be a SCAM VICTIM !!
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  6. Myrna benderoff posted on 02/12/2013 02:40 AM
    I fell victim to this very scam from this person. i did not pay cash! I actually signed a contract!!! But I am still out 250 dollars, and snowed in.
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