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Oshawa man charged in alleged financial exploitation of elderly Ajax woman

An Oshawa man faces fraud and theft charges following a lengthy DRPS investigation into the alleged financial exploitation of an elderly Ajax woman. Allegations have not been proven in court.

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Daily Durham News
Published
Oct 2, 2026, 5:08 p.m.
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On October 7, 2023, members of West Division responded to a residence near Windsor Avenue and Elm Street in Ajax for a well-being check after concerns were raised about the welfare of an elderly woman and the possibility of elder abuse, according to DRPS.

Based on information provided by the victim, investigators from the DRPS Older Adult Support Investigative Services Unit commenced an investigation into allegations of fraud and theft, leading to charges against an Oshawa man.

Details are attributed to @drps_official; the allegations have yet to be proven in court.