Someone fraudulently booked an Airbnb unit to get a free stay and stole a number of items.
An agent who rents Airbnb units reported the crime to police.
The agent reported a renter booked an Airbnb unit. But upon signing into the unit, the renter cancelled, citing COVID-19. Airbnb currently offers refunds for some bookings if COVID-19 is cited as a reason for cancellation.
The renter received a full refund — and then stayed anyway. When the agent went to check the unit, he discovered the renter had stolen several items including the TV, stereo and toilet paper.
If you have information about the Airbnb incident and have not spoken to investigators, you can call police at 250-995-7654.
To report what you know anonymously, call Greater Victoria Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- TIPS (8477).
