Two former Ajax FC Soccer Club executives are facing fraud charges after a Durham Regional Police investigation found more than $650,000 in club funds had been moved to other accounts.
Police say investigators with the Financial Crimes Unit began looking into the club's finances in December 2024 after reports surfaced of irregularities in its banking transactions.
According to Durham Regional Police Service, a review of several years of financial statements showed the money was transferred from the Ajax Soccer Club account to various other accounts between early 2023 and 2024.
The two accused held the positions of Executive Director and General Manager of the club at the time.
Vicki Scott, 50, of Whitby is charged with fraud over $5,000, laundering proceeds of crime and breach of trust.
Richard Karikari, 47, of Ajax is charged with fraud over $5,000, possession of proceeds of crime and breach of trust.
Both accused were released on an undertaking, police said. The allegations have not been proven in court.
Investigators are asking anyone with information about this or similar incidents to contact D/Cst. Tisi of the Financial Crimes Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5279.
Anonymous tips can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca. Tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.
