York Regional Police have charged three Toronto residents after a Markham business found it had paid more than $360,000 on invoices for services that were never provided.
Police say one of the accused worked as a senior manager at the company from Jan. 9 to Sept. 12, 2025. After her employment ended, the business found the fraudulent invoices. Investigators say the money went to companies connected to the two other accused. Police have not named the business.
Who is charged
Jennifer Hossain, 36, of Toronto: two counts each of fraud over $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, and laundering proceeds of crime
Foysol Ahmed, 42, of Toronto: two counts each of fraud over $5,000 and possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
Forida Akhter, 64, of Toronto: three counts of possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
Police said they believe Hossain may be responsible for other fraud incidents that have not yet been reported, and they are asking any other employers who may have been affected to come forward. None of the charges has been tested in court.
How to reach police
Anyone with information can call York Regional Police at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7541. Tips can also be left anonymously with Crime Stoppers.
