Toronto – Canadian police have arrested a group of Zimbabweans in a high-profile operation, accusing them of running a massive credit card fraud scheme that targeted businesses across Ontario.
Among those arrested is Tinashe Mudzonga (32), who has been living in Toronto for several years. Authorities allege that Mudzonga and his accomplices cloned dozens of credit cards and used them to purchase luxury items, electronics, and gift cards worth thousands of dollars.
Investigators revealed that the syndicate had been under surveillance for months after banks flagged suspicious transactions. Police finally moved in last week, seizing laptops, card-cloning devices, and several high-end cars believed to have been bought with fraudulent funds.
“This is one of the biggest card fraud busts we have handled in recent months,” a Toronto Police spokesperson said. “The suspects were living lavish lifestyles funded by criminal activity.”
News of the arrests has ignited heated discussions on social media, with many Zimbabweans in Canada condemning the actions and expressing fear that such crimes could damage the reputation of the broader Zimbabwean community abroad.
The suspects are expected to appear in court soon, where they will face multiple charges related to fraud, identity theft, and possession of stolen property.
