Brampton man Udayveer Dhillon arrested over fraud scheme targeting South Asians with temporary immigration status

A 21-year-old Brampton man has been arrested after police uncovered an alleged fraud scheme targeting members of the South Asian community with temporary immigration status.Investigators with the Peel Regional Police Fraud Bureau said defendant Udayveer Dhillon was taken into custody on March 9 following an investigation that began in the summer of 2025.According to police, the central allegation in the case is that Dillon recruited individuals with temporary immigration status in Canada and encouraged them to participate in fraudulent activities involving banks and car dealers in the Peel Region.The recruits were led to apply for a variety of credit products, including high-value car loans, with no intention of repaying the money they borrowed, police said.“Investigators believe the defendant intended to use others to obtain credit products, including high-value auto loans, with no intention of repaying them,” police said in a news release.Authorities further allege that funds and vehicles obtained through the program were used for unauthorized use, resale, or export.“The funds and vehicles allegedly obtained were intended for unauthorized use, resale or export,” they said.Following the investigation, Dhillon was charged with attempting to commit a criminal offence. Police have not released further details about possible additional suspects or charges.Peel Regional Police said the arrest was made during March, Fraud Prevention Month. Officials urge residents to be alert to potential scams and to report suspicious activity.Police remind the public to stay aware of common fraud tactics, trust their instincts and stay away from situations that feel suspicious. We encourage anyone who believes they may have been the target of fraud to contact their local police department or report the incident to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.