The Brant County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police is investigating an alleged fraud involving a door-to-door contractor in Burford.
Police said the investigation began on January 13, 2026, after a resident reported being approached by a company identifying itself as 24 Hour Roofing and Masonry, which had been offering repair and renovation services in Brant County.
According to OPP, the incident occurred on January 9 at approximately 11:00 a.m., when the resident paid $5,000 to a male representative of the company for chimney repairs.
Police said the work was started but not completed.
The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 35 years old, about six feet tall and weighing roughly 230 pounds.
He was reported to be driving a black pickup truck.
Brant County OPP is reminding residents to use caution when dealing with door-to-door salespersons and to verify a company’s credentials before making any payments.
Police are asking anyone in Brant County who may have video surveillance, a licence plate number, or other information related to the individual or vehicle to contact Brant County OPP and reference incident number E260055188.
Information can be provided by calling Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
Anonymous tips may also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at crimestoppersbb.com.
