The SPS wishes to clarify that the organization defrauded in this incident is a public provincial organization; it is not related to government.
March 26, 2021 9:28 AM
A 57-year-old woman is facing charges following an investigation by the Saskatoon Police Economic Crime Section.
In December 2019, a provincial organization reported suspicious account activity to the SPS. Following a forensic audit, and an investigation by the SPS Economic Crime Section, it was determined that between January 2015 and September 2019, a 57-year-old woman had defrauded and stolen nearly $25,000 from the organization. She was arrested on March 25, 2021.
The Saskatoon woman is charged with Fraud and Theft Over $5000, and Using a Forged Document. (Court Info # 991156767).
March is Fraud Prevention Month. Until the end of the month, secure bins for the shredding of personal documents can be located in the lobby of SPS Headquarters. To learn more about protection from fraud, visit saskatoonpolice.ca or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.