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South Bruce residents have lost $72,900 to Scammers So Far in 2023

South Bruce residents have lost ,900 to Scammers So Far in 2023

With March being Fraud Prevention Month, the South Bruce OPP is asking residents to watch out for cons and scams after more than $72,000 has been sent to scammers, year-to-date, by residents of South Bruce County.

Cons and scams are attempted daily through online, phone mail and fax.  24 fraud reports have been received by South Bruce OPP.

7 of them have resulted in total losses of $72,900.

All of the “successful” ones were for the purchase of goods arranged online.

Police provide a list of common trucks the con artist use to steal your money and tips to help protect you. They are available at our website.

The South Bruce OPP is offering you some tips to help protect you from a con artist:

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