Public asked to identify man tied to two June frauds totalling $4,500
Sherbrooke police have appealed to the public for assistance identifying a man they suspect of involvement in two separate frauds that together amounted to $4,500. The incidents are reported to have taken place in the city on June 5, 2026, according to a police notice published Oct. 19.
Authorities characterised the events as matters in which someone posed as a representative, though the notice does not say which organisation the suspect allegedly claimed to represent or supply details about how the schemes were carried out. One alleged victim lost $3,500 while the other lost $1,000.
"Anyone who recognizes the man or has information that could help identify him is asked to contact Det. Christine Corriveau," the police notice said.
The release included a photograph of the individual, described by police as about 20 years old, with a slim build, brown hair and brown eyes. He is reported to speak French and was wearing a white long-sleeved shirt, dark blue trousers and white Lacoste shoes in the image provided by the Service de police de Sherbrooke.
- Two alleged fraud incidents occurred on June 5, 2026.
- Total alleged loss: $4,500 ($3,500 and $1,000).
- Police provided a photograph and descriptive details; they are seeking tips from the public.
How to contact investigators
Anyone with information that could help identify the man is asked to contact Detective Christine Corriveau at 819-823-8000, ext. 4493 or by email at christine.corriveau@sherbrooke.ca. The police file numbers associated with the investigations are EG 2026-28999 and EG 2026-28457.
| Incident date | Amount alleged | Police file |
|---|---|---|
| June 5, 2026 | $3,500 | EG 2026-28999 |
| June 5, 2026 | $1,000 | EG 2026-28457 |
Fraud schemes that involve individuals posing as representatives of companies or institutions are a recurring concern for municipal police forces. Without further detail in the police notice, the nature of the alleged impersonation — whether a utility, government agency, banking institution or other entity — remains unspecified.
For Sherbrooke residents, the public release fulfils two purposes: it alerts neighbours to a pattern of reported scams in the city and it leverages community knowledge to assist investigators. Tip lines and media appeals are standard practice in cases where police are seeking to identify a suspect from a photo or limited witness information.
Anyone who believes they may have been targeted in a similar manner, or who notices transactions or approaches fitting the description, should preserve any evidence and contact police. Providing timely information can help link suspects to other files or prevent additional losses.
Detective Corriveau and the Service de police de Sherbrooke will review tips submitted by the public. Police did not provide further updates or additional investigative details in the Oct. 19 notice.
The Department encourages residents to remain vigilant and to verify the identity of anybody claiming to represent an organisation before sharing personal information or funds. If in doubt, contact the organisation directly through verified channels and consult local police for guidance.
