Driveway paving and home repair scam nets victims $40,000: Montreal-area police

Authorities in the Montreal area are searching for possible victims of a man accused of defrauding homeowners of more than $40,000 by offering driveway paving and other home repair services.

Longueuil police reported Tuesday that Patrice Lamer, 42, has been arrested in connection with the reported scam that took place in several sectors on Montreal’s South Shore.

Police allege that when knocking on doors, Lamer said he worked with the company Gestion Multi Pro and provided quotes for paving services.

According to police, he eventually also approached residents with a wide range of painting, balcony repair and paving stone services.

“He demanded bail amounts ranging from $450 to $3,700 from his victims, payable in cash,” police said in a statement.

“In some cases the work was partially completed or was simply never undertaken.”

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According to police, four residents of the towns of Brossard and Longueuil contacted authorities to report the alleged fraud. More people came forward during the police investigation.

Lamer was arrested by police after serving a total of five arrest warrants. Investigators say more than 20 cases are “linked to events involving Lamer” in five cities in 2024.

Longueuil police say potential victims can contact them at 450-463-7211.

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