Local Burlington Business Duped in Scam
Reports emerging from our sources today reveal that Halton police are in the process of investigating an alleged scam that involves Burlington Medical Aesthetics, a business located in the heart of Burlington. It is suspected that an order for skin care products worth an estimated $9,000 was placed using unauthentic credit card information. The transaction took place on two dates, February 11 and 12.
The Scam Revealed
According to the sources, the alleged fraudster placed an order for a variety of skincare products. Using a credit card whose authenticity is under question, the person completed a transaction valued at a hefty $9,000. It was only later that those involved realized that the circumstances surrounding the payment details were suspicious.
By the time the scam was noticed, it was already too late. The individual involved had successfully picked up the goods from the Burlington Medical Aesthetics’ office, located at 1900 Appleby Line. Unfortunately, the discovery was made too late to prevent the suspect from making off with the merchandise.
No Leads Yet
As of the recent update, unfortunately, no description of the suspect has been provided. Without clear leads, the police are finding it challenging to trace and apprehend the alleged fraudulent individual.
Calls for Information
The Halton police force has now reached out to the public asking for assistance. They are urging anyone who might have pertinent information about this scam to come forward. This contact can be made directly with the Halton police or by providing tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers, showcasing the seriousness of the issue and the collective effort needed to resolve this situation.
Key Takeaways
- An alleged scammer targeted Burlington Medical Aesthetics, costing the company around $9,000 in lost merchandise.
- The fraudulent transaction was completed using unverified credit card info over two days: February 11 and 12.
- By the time the stealthy operation was discovered, the individual involved had managed to collect the merchandise from the business location.
- No suspect description is yet available, making it difficult for the police to progress the case.
- Halton police are now appealing to the public for assistance in this matter.
