Toronto police report arrests linked to romance scams

Toronto police say a 36-year-old man and a 42-year-old woman from Mississauga were arrested in a romance-scam investigation that investigators say involved about $250,000 in alleged losses.

Toronto police say two people from Mississauga were arrested in connection with an investigation into a romance scam. Police reported the accused used an alias on dating apps and persuaded victims to provide large sums of money for a supposed business. Investigators estimate about $250,000 was taken and said there may be additional victims. The arrests were reported in the days before Valentine’s Day and prompted a police warning. Known details: - A 36-year-old man and a 42-year-old woman from Mississauga were arrested in the investigation. - Police said the suspects allegedly used an alias on dating apps and sought loans for a purported business. - Investigators estimated approximately $250,000 was obtained and indicated there may be more victims. - The man faces fraud charges and the woman faces a charge related to possession of property obtained by crime; both are due in court on March 9. Summary: Police described the case as part of organized romance fraud that relies on social engineering and emotional manipulation. The accused face fraud-related charges and are scheduled to appear in court on March 9. Officials also noted large reported losses to relationship scams in 2025 and said reporting rates may be lower than actual figures.