NEWS RELEASE
GUELPH POLICE SERVICE
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On Feb. 3, 2020 at 12:30 p.m., a 76-year-old male was walking near the intersection of Paisley Road and Memorial Crescent in the City of Guelph when he was approached by two adult males in a blue jeep, possibly a Jeep Cherokee. One male exited the vehicle and began talking about his financial troubles. He then pulled out a gold necklace and offered to sell it, stating that it would help with his financial situation. The 76-year-old male declined and walked away without incident.
The male who exited the vehicle is described as:
• Middle Eastern
• Slim build
• 50 years of age
• Bad teeth
• Wearing a suit
• Strong accent
The male who remained in the vehicle is described as:
• Middle Eastern
• Heavy build
• 30 years of age
• Wearing a suit
At 2:45 p.m., a 51-year-old female was shopping at a store located near the intersection of Silvercreek Parkway North and Speedvale Avenue West in the City of Guelph when she was approached by an adult male and an adult female. The female then offered to sell the 51-year-old female jewelry and an agreement was made to purchase it for $2,200. They then drove the 51-year-old female in a grey sport utility vehicle to a bank located near the intersection of Paisley Road and Imperial Road South in the City of Guelph where the transaction was completed. The 51-year-old female realized the jewelry was fake when she returned home.
The female is described as:
• Middle Eastern
• Wearing clothing that covered her face
The male is described as:
• Middle Eastern
• Heavy build
• Wearing a suit
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Constable Todd Van Iersel at 519-824-1212 ext. 7257, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous tip at Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip online.
The Guelph Police Service would like to remind the public to be very cautious if you are approached randomly and offered something to purchase.
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