OPP continue to investigate multiple cases of extortion in southwestern Ontario.
Since 2024, police have identified 10 cases which appear to follow a pattern of extortion in addition to more than 50 cases being investigated which has included affecting residents locally.
The callers often demonstrate knowledge of the individuals home or workplace and appear to target those of the South Asian community.
OPP West Region say callers will use high pressure intimidation tactics to solicit money from you and to not never respond to these messages or calls and block the number and report it to police.