Fake spy, fake love, real victims: Waterloo man charged, $2M stolen

He was not a spy, he was not in love with his victims, but a Waterloo man did allegedly steal $2M from several victims over 15 years.

Regional Police say they’ve arrested a 49-year old man in a complicated, long-running series of romance scams in which the suspect pretended to an agent of CSIS, which is the Canadian Security Intelligence Service.

They allege the suspect would set up romantic relationships with female victims, and talked them into giving him money for making fake investments, and to support his lifestyle.

Police allege there are dozens of victims, and they fear there could be more.

The 49-year old man was arrested a week ago after search warrants were carried out in Waterloo and Halton Region.

Anyone who thinks they may be a victim of this man is urged to reach out to Regional Police at 519-570-9777, extension 8255.

Or, to stay anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.