Man Charged With Fraud in Relation to Direct Sales of Home Security.
Colchester County District RCMP has charged a man in relation to an ongoing fraud investigation involving direct sales of home security and monitoring, and officers believe there may be more victims.
Between January 2024 and February 2025, Colchester County District RCMP received multiple reports of a person using high-pressure sale tactics to convince people to pay for home security system monitoring and upgrades. The victims were convinced to make payments via cash, e-transfers, or cheques, and did not receive the goods and services they paid for.
Investigators believe the same person has been active in Cumberland, East Hants, and Truro.
On March 5, officers arrested Brian Detheridge, 54, of Truro. He has been charged with Fraud Over $5000 and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime.
Detheridge was released on conditions, including not to engage in employment related to home security system sales, installations, upgrades, or monitoring. He is scheduled to appear in Truro Provincial Court on May 7 at 9:30 a.m.
Investigators believe that there may be more victims who have not yet spoken with police, and there may be people who are not yet aware they have been victimized.
“I know that victims of frauds may feel awkward or embarrassed. However, reporting scams can help prevent other victims and we appreciate those who have spoken to us as part of this investigation,” says Cpl. Terry Brown, Community Action Team leader. “We do believe there may be more victims, and encourage them to contact police as well.”
Police ask that anyone who has been a victim of this fraud and anyone who has information about it to please contact Colchester County District RCMP at 902-893-6820, or the local police. To remain anonymous, contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or using the P3 Tips app.
For more information about common frauds and how to protect yourself: Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
Source : RCMP Release
