A former airline captain allegedly flew hundreds of flights without the necessary licence, Peel Regional Police say.
Investigators announced Monday the force will reveal the results of a probe dubbed “Project Icarus” Tuesday morning that reportedly involves the individual.
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Police did not provide any more specifics Monday, but said its investigation stemmed from a “complex fraud” involving the former airline captain.
Peel Police Service Board Regional Chair Nando Iannicca, Deputy Chief Nick Milinovich and Acting Det.-Sgt. Chad Michell, Fraud Bureau, are scheduled to speak to reporters at 11 a.m.
So let me get this straight. The police knew this unlicensed pilot was flying around for long enough that they gave the project a name but didn’t stop them?
Someone wore out their copy of Catch Me If You Can