Canadian charged

Police say the cards are used for “ skimming” which is the fraudulent withdrawal of money from people’s accounts.

The Canadian was arrested shortly after he arrived at the Piarco International Airport from Sri Lanka. Upon searching him, police found the fraudulent cards. He was subsequently charged by PC Legendre of the Fraud Squad for trafficking counterfeit cards, which is contrary to the Electronic Transfer of Funds Act.

PC Legendre was assisted by Insp Dipchand who is also of the Fraud Squad. At least nine foreigners have been held as part of the global syndicate in card skimming so far for the year.