Tevin Haidar. (Photo courtesy of the London Police Service)Tevin Haidar. (Photo courtesy of the London Police Service)
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London man wanted for over 12 charges in cheque-cashing scams

Police have issued a warrant for the arrest of a London man who is wanted for over a dozen charges in connection with cheque-cashing scams.

Between March 27, 2019, and May 1, 2019, five people between the ages of 20-70 were allegedly asked or forced to deposit a cheque into an ATM and turn over the cash to the suspect.

The victims were not injured during the incidents.

Tevin Haidar, 27, of London, is now charged by warrant with the following offences:

  • Robbery
  • Robbery with violence
  • Uttering forged documents
  • Four counts of possession of property obtained by crime not exceeding $5,000
  • Three counts of fraud not exceeding $5,000
  • Three counts of failing to comply with a probation order
  • Failing to comply with a recognizance
Police said Haidar should be considered dangerous. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts should not approach him and is asked to call 911 immediately.

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