43-year-old Toronto man Winkle Lejarde faces 101 charges for auto fraud, including altering VINs and forging documents.

43-year-old Toronto man Winkle Lejarde faces 101 charges related to auto fraud, including altering vehicle identification numbers, forging documents, and fraud. The investigation began in July after reports of fraudulent vehicle transfers, with alleged activities dating back to Nov 2023. The Insurance Bureau of Canada reports a surge in auto theft, with claim costs rising 254% nationally between 2018-2023. To avoid purchasing stolen vehicles, police advise obtaining a vehicle history report and looking for discrepancies.

August 17, 2024
8 Articles

Further Reading