Lewis Blake, a window shutter installer, defrauded 89 victims of $80,000 in deposits by not completing the work and instead spending over $135,000 on gambling and adult websites. Blake, described as polite and well-presented, gave false excuses for not returning to complete the orders, leading to his arrest and subsequent 18-month jail sentence and seven-year ban from being a company director for committing fraud. Kent Police noted that Blake’s actions tarnished the reputation of honest tradespeople and emphasized that he should be held accountable for betraying his customers’ trust for personal gain.
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Key moments from Canada’s general election debate
Canada's Party Leaders DebateIn a heated two-hour debate, four Canadian party leaders, including Prime Minister Mark Carney of the Liberal Party, discussed key issues such as Donald Trump, safety, and immigration ahead of the snap election on April 28. Carney faced criticism regarding the legacy of former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, prompting him to challenge Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, stating, "Justin Trudeau isn't here." The debate highlighted the political tensions as Canadians prepare to vote....
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