James Robert Dwyer, 65, of no fixed address faces charges in Halifax provincial court of defrauding seniors in a home repair scam. Photo by Steve BruceArticle contentA man with no fixed address faces charges of defrauding seniors in the Halifax area in a renovation and repair scam.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentA Halifax Regional Police news release Tuesday said officers received four reports between July 8 and Aug. 18 of a man approaching seniors at their homes and offering to complete small renovation or repair jobs.Article contentArticle contentThe man collected deposits but did not return to complete the work, police said. In some instances, victims were asked for additional cash advances to cover materials and permits.Article contentArticle contentPolice said the suspect provided fraudulent receipts signed with a false name.Article contentOn Sept. 15, police arrested James Robert Dwyer, 65.Article contentDwyer appeared in Halifax provincial court the next day on three counts each of fraud under $5,000 and possessing property worth under $5,000 that was obtained by crime and single counts of fraud over $5,000, possessing property worth over $5,000 obtained by crime, using a fraudulent receipt and misleading police by diverting suspicion.Article contentThe Crown opposed Dwyer’s release at three different court appearances last week. He was scheduled to return to court Wednesday for a bail hearing.Article contentPolice said Dwyer has been convicted of similar offences in Newfoundland and Labrador, and the investigation is ongoing.Article contentAnyone who has been a victim of fraud can report it by contacting police at 902-490-5020 or submitting an anonymous tip to Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers.Article content“You can report a fraud where you haven’t been a victim to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, or call 1-888-495-8501,” the release said.Article content
Man accused of defrauding Halifax-area seniors in home repair scam
