Police say alert work by officials at a group home for elderly people is being credited with cutting off an alleged scam targeting the home’s “vulnerable” residents.
Seven people, ranging in age from 22 to 48, have been charged with uttering fake documents in attempting to gain employment at the home.
“Due to their diligence during the employee screening process, the company identified the fake diplomas and reported the matter to the police,” a police spokesman said Wednesday.
“No one was hired in this case; therefore, no vulnerable individuals were ultimately placed at risk.”
In a release, detectives said an investigation began in spring after group home operators discovered that seven people were using fake credentials, such as forged diplomas, to gain employment as personal support workers at the home.
Police completed the investigation last week, and charges were laid.
“Due to their diligence during the employee screening process, the company identified the fake diplomas and reported the matter to the police,” a police spokesman said.
Anyone with additional information should contact the OPS Financial Crimes Unit/ Adult and Vulnerable Adult Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5292.
