Kindersley RCMP Share SCAM Info

The Kindersley RCMP recently released the following information regarding a scam circulating:

Company Name: Redwood Paving Ltd. (falsely claiming to be from BC)

Scam: Offering paving services using substandard materials (oiled gravel instead of real asphalt).

Method: Demanding upfront payment and becoming aggressive if refused.

SUSPECT DESCRIPTION:

• Main operator: Mid-30s male, shorter stature, brown hair, British accent

• Known aliases: “George,” “Jack,” “Paul,” and “John Mcumullan/McMullan”

• Claims to be from Ontario (false information)

VEHICLES TO WATCH FOR:

• Rental worksite trucks with Ontario plates

• Flatdeck trailer carrying a skid steer

• Semi-truck/gravel hauler

RECENT ACTIVITY:

• Last seen: Outlook area (east of Milden)

• One arrest made in Biggar area

• Previous reports from Rosetown area from last year

• Found with lists targeting RMs and companies around Saskatoon

WARNING SIGNS:

• Pressuring for immediate payment

• Aggressive behavior when questioned

• Offering unusually low prices

• Claims of “leftover materials” from other jobs

ACTION REQUESTED:

• Contact local RCMP immediately if approached by this company.

• Please document any interactions, including vehicle descriptions and license plates. Do not provide any upfront payments.

• If you have any information or suspect activity related to this scam, please contact your local RCMP detachment immediately.

Thank you for your cooperation in protecting our communities.