Natick Police Detective Greg Lanoue was honored by the department for his hard work, diligence, and professionalism during a recent fraud investigation.

Through persistence and attention to detail, Lanoue worked closely with financial institutions and the District Attorney’s Office to help recover more than $92,000 that had been stolen and return it to the victim.

The department reported that they are proud of Lanoue’s dedication and commitment to serving the community and thanked him for his “outstanding’’ work.

For tips on how to avoid scams and fraud, visit mass.gov/info-details/avoiding-scams-and-frauds.