Investigation results in fraud charge

Police have charged a local resident with fraud following an investigation into financial discrepancies involving a local youth hockey organization.

The Thunder Bay Police Service Economic Crime Unit began an investigation in 2023 after receiving information that leaders of the organization suspected it may have been defrauded.

The investigation found multiple financial transactions where funds were diverted from the organization's accounts.

As a result of the investigation, a suspect was identified.

Last week, the suspect was informed of an impending charge and was served with an appearance notice.

A 69-year-old Thunder Bay woman is charged with Fraud Over $5,000.

The accused has a future court date.