‘Opportunists trying to take advantage of a horrible tragedy is nothing new,” says Karla Laird
Residents asked to support monthly donor program, but warned canvassers do not take cash
Vancouver police, in a coordinated effort with UK enforcement agencies, were able to intercept the mailed money
RCMP have received multiple complaints in recent days from victims
Scammers try to steal cash from unsuspecting Shuswap residents
RCMP urge public to learn about and report fraud attempts
Neighbour thwarts real estate scam with a phone call
Scammers exploit victims with fake promises of romance or financial gain through investments
Consumers over 65 most likely to lose money according to study
Tax agency says some usernames and passwords may have been obtained by ‘unauthorized third parties’
Organization does not solicit donations by phone
Callers claiming to be with Reader’s Digest ask for money to receive $3.5 million prize
Sicamous RCMP searched a suspect vehicle but could not prove the occupants’ involvement
The pandemic heavily contributed to the number of puppy scams
Number used in scam attempts from tax agency
Two people in Revelstoke targeted in one day by person posing as a loved one
Person claiming to be couple’s son said he was injured and in jail
