Toronto police are alerting the public about an alleged scam that targeted Greek Orthodox churches in the city and the surrounding areas. Two people have been arrested after police allege they faked a story and emotionally manipulated victims into giving them funds. They say the accused claimed they were going through financial hardships because of an ongoing court case and lawyer’s fees. Investigators say the accused targeted a number of Greek Orthodox churches in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. Police have arrested and charged Martha Falk, 47, of Toronto with fraud exceeding $5,000, using a forged document, personation with intent to gain advantage, and attempted fraud exceeding $5,000. Vasiliki Falk, 87, of Toronto, was arrested and charged with attempted fraud exceeding $5,000 and attempted fraud not exceeding $5,000. Investigators believe there could be more victims and have released an image of one of the accused. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4200.
