Cobourg police cruiser. /CPS photo
Cobourg police say a Belleville man is facing multiple fraud related charges following an investigation into alleged construction fraud impacting two businesses in Cobourg’s east end.
According to police, the Criminal Investigation Bureau launched the investigation February 2 after receiving reports connected to electrical work projects between October 2025 and January 2026.
Police allege a contractor received approximately 166 thousand 800 dollars for electrical work and materials that were not fully completed or delivered.
Investigators say the contractor allegedly stopped attending the job sites and ceased communication, leaving both projects unfinished.
As a result of the investigation, police arrested a 32 year old from Belleville on May 13.
He is charged with two counts of fraud over five thousand dollars, two counts of false pretence and two counts of possession of property obtained by crime over five thousand dollars.
Police say the accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court at a future date.
The charges have not been proven in court.
(Written by: Joseph Goden)
