Northumberland OPP has charged a Belleville resident following an investigation into an alleged fraud involving building design and planning services in the Municipality of Brighton.
Police say on September 19, 2024, officers received a complaint regarding an individual who had been engaged to provide design and planning services at a local business. The caller also reported that false documents had been produced to secure the transaction.
As a result of the investigation, police sought and obtained a warrant.
On February 27, 2026, officers arrested Matthew Goheen, 39, of Belleville.
He has been charged with fraud over $5,000 and obtaining by false pretence.
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in March.
Police have not released further details about the case.
(Written by: Joseph Goden)