Attempted fraud by phone

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(KINCARDINE, ON.) – On June 17, 2010 at 9:01 am, the South Bruce OPP received a report of an attempted fraud by phone from an elderly male in Kinloss Township.  The caller called him “Grandpa” when he answered the phone and asked for a $2,000 money transfer because he’d been involved in a car crash with a rented vehicle in Montreal.  Fortunately, he checked with his family and discovered this was a false claim, before sending any money.

On July 5, 2010, the South Bruce OPP received 5 more complaints of this attempted “Grand parent” fraud all from the Montreal area. 

The South Bruce OPP are warning the public to use caution before sending any money in response to a phone call, letter or internet request.  “The fraudulent attempts to separate you from your hard earned money are becoming very creative.  Be sure the request is genuine before you respond.  It’s very difficult to recover your money or hold the fraudster accountable….think buyer beware.”

Anyone having information that can assist Police with investigations is asked to call South Bruce OPP at 519-396-3341 (Kincardine), 519-881-3130 (Walkerton) or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222 -TIPS (8477).  OPP Dispatch – 1-888-310-1122

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