(DUFFERIN, COUNTY) – Members from the Dufferin detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police have charged an individual involved in a fraud investigation.
On March 12, 2024, officers responded to the report of a fraud in progress at a financial institution on Broadway in the Town of Orangeville. Officers received information that a male was attempting to open a bank account with fraudulent identification. When the officers approached the suspect, he assaulted one of the officers and fled the scene. A foot pursuit ensued, and the male was arrested without incident.
Thankfully no one was injured.
As a result of the investigation, Michael CHAMBERS, 47-year-old from North York has been charged with:
· Assault with intent to resist arrest
· Obstruct Peace Officer
· Cause or attempt to use a forged document – (six counts)