Bruce County in conjunction with the South Bruce OPP are advising that there has been a significant increase in emergency scams targeting Canadian seniors.
Anyone who suspects they have been the victim of a cybercrime or fraud should report it immediately to their local police or call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
The Emergency or Grandparent scam targets seniors by pretending to be family members in distress, the police or a justice official claiming their relative is in trouble, and needs money immediately.
Victims are told there is a gag order, and they can’t speak to anyone.
It is a scam.
Protect yourself.
