Kindersley RCMP sees increase in fraud calls
Between July 25th and July 31st, 2023, Kindersley RCMP responded to 32 calls for service*. These calls for service included three theft-related calls, two false alarms, and six suspicious person or vehicle calls.
Kindersley RCMP has seen an increase in fraud calls where innocent people are being victimized and losing thousands of dollars. Some general tips to remember are:
If someone is asking you for money or payment, make sure they are who they say they are, and do not give them anything if you do not know for sure.
Watch out for fraudsters that are pretending to be from companies or even celebrities.
Never give out personal information like your name, address, SIN or banking information over unsolicited calls or emails.
If someone asks for payment in Apple gift cards or wants you to invest in crypto-currency, hang up and call the Police.
Anyone can become a victim of fraud – you are not alone. Fraudsters can be very convincing and relentless in achieving their goal and will target people’s emotions and kindness.
If you believe you are the victim of fraud, please report it to your local police agency. If you receive a phone call you believe to be a scam or fraudulent; you can report it to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre by phone (Toll free: 1-888-495-8501) or online here: https://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/report-signalez-eng.htm
*For more information on the calls to service, please contact the Kindersley RCMP Detachment.