Provincial Police in Northwestern Ontario are reminding folks about an old scam that’s been reported in the region.
It’s known as the emergency or “grandparent” scam.
Police say the caller will act like a grandchild in an emergency and solicit funds from the victim.
Last year over 500 victims reported losses of $1.4 million.
If you think you have received a call of this nature you can report it to the anti-fraud centre.
Toll Free: 888-495-8501
Online: www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca
Email: info@antifraudcentre.ca