A brazen attempt to swindle a luxury car dealership has landed a 27-year-old man in serious trouble with the law. The investigation, led by Halton Regional Police, began with a seemingly normal inquiry at Budd’s Imported Cars in Oakville.
The accused, now identified as Ambady Sajeev, expressed keen interest in a Land Rover SUV – a vehicle easily exceeding $200,000 in value. A tentative purchase agreement was reached, with a delivery date set, but a shadow of deceit quickly emerged.
Dealership staff soon discovered the identification presented by Sajeev was fraudulent, immediately alerting the authorities. This wasn’t a simple case of a fake ID; it was a calculated attempt to acquire a high-value asset through deception.
Halton police’s financial crime unit took over the investigation, meticulously piecing together the details of the scheme. Their work led to Sajeev’s arrest on Tuesday, and the discovery of a trove of fabricated documents in his possession.
Investigators found multiple counterfeit Canadian SIN cards, driver’s licenses, and birth certificates, revealing a sophisticated operation designed to create a false identity. The sheer volume of fraudulent documentation underscored the premeditation of the crime.
Sajeev now faces a series of charges, including fraud over $5,000, identity fraud with intent to personate, and failing to comply with a probation order. The charges reflect the seriousness of his alleged actions and the potential financial harm he attempted to inflict.
Detectives emphasize that vehicle theft extends far beyond simple carjacking, encompassing complex schemes like this one. The vigilance of the dealership staff proved crucial in unraveling the fraud and initiating the police investigation.
“Credit to Budd’s staff for detecting the fraudulent identification which initiated our investigation,” stated Det. Sgt. Jared McLeod, manager of the financial crimes unit. “It’s examples of community vigilance such as this that unites us as we hold these criminals accountable.”
