POLICE SEEK PUBLIC ASSISTANCE IN ONGOING LHSC FRAUD INVESTIGATION
Dedicated tip line established

LONDON, ON (August 20, 2026) – Investigators are asking anyone with information to come forward in an ongoing investigation into alleged historical financial practices at London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC).

The investigation, launched by the London Police Service in October 2024 following concerns brought forward by LHSC, is being conducted as a joint investigation with Ontario Provincial Police investigators from the Serious Fraud Office due to its complexity and the specialized resources required.

A dedicated tip line has been established to support the investigation and encourage members of the public to come forward.

“We remain fully committed to this investigation and value the continued partnership with the Ontario Provincial Police and the Serious Fraud Office,” said Detective Superintendent Sean Travis of the London Police Service Criminal Investigation Division. “Shared expertise and investigative collaboration are essential in advancing this complex file. We also encourage anyone with information to come forward, as even the smallest detail may assist investigators.”

“Information from the public can be critical in complex fraud investigations,” said Detective Superintendent Jennifer Spurrell, Serious Fraud Office, Ontario Provincial Police. “We encourage anyone who may have information to come forward, no matter how minor it may seem. Even small details can play an important role in advancing the investigation.”

Anyone with information related to this investigation is asked to call the dedicated tip line at 1-844-677-9413, the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers. 

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For media inquiries, contact:

London Police Service media contact:

Media Relations Officer
C. 519-661-5410
Email. mediaofficer@londonpolice.ca

OPP Media Contact:

Tracey Mellersh
Strategic Communications Advisor
Ontario Provincial Police
tracey.mellersh@opp.ca

ABOUT THE SERIOUS FRAUD OFFICE (SFO):

The SFO is a joint initiative of the OPP and the Ministry of the Attorney General, dedicated to investigating and prosecuting complex fraud and financial crimes. Using an integrated model, the SFO brings together police investigators and Crown prosecutors to protect Ontarians, limit victim losses and recover assets acquired through fraud. The SFO works in partnership with police services across Ontario and Canada, and supports prevention, education and victim services as part of its mandate.

Cases are referred to the SFO by law enforcement and prosecutorial partners when specialized expertise is needed to investigate and prosecute complex financial crimes.

For further information about the SFO, please visit sfo.opp.ca.