17-year-old was coerced into sending an explicit image to who he thought was a woman on Snapchat
Police warn that it’s almost impossible to catch fraudsters in such cases
Buyers should be wary of online ads from private sellers saying they have formula available
Team works to create awareness and provide strategies for protecting seniors against financial loss
Following search and seizure, suspect agrees to leave province
The Civil Resolution Tribunal ordered Zachary Hall to give full refunds to the buyers
Elderly couple regularly sent money orders to pay taxes on their ‘winnings,’ say RCMP
The anti-fraud agency has been tracking fraud trends with their online Scam Tracker since 2015
VicPD says never click on a text offering free money
Trio of separate reports made to Oceanside RCMP between Jan. 25 to Jan. 28
Surrey RCMP are investigating as couple issues warning to others to be on their guard
RCMP are warning residents of a scam in which fraudsters claim to be police officers over the phone
Fake charities, puppy scams, free gift cards among things to watch out for
Police urging caution as scams are on the rise through social media and online dating platforms
Run by organized crime, these traps can be financially devastating and even fatal
Convinced by scammer her grandson was arrested and needed bail money
In most cases, fraudsters impersonate an individual, business or agency seniors recognize and trust
