The Nova Scotia RCMP is warning the public about the top three phone scams targeting residents across the province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A phone scam, or mass-market fraud, is when fraudsters call or text potential victims and attempt to trick them into giving up personal information or sending money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Nova Scotia RCMP\u2019s Commercial Crime Section has identified the top three phone scams reported to police in the past several months:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\ufe0f\u20e3 Cell phone plan: Fraudster claims to be a Bell-Aliant employee and offers a deal on cell phone plans. This scam is used to collect personal information and can end with fraudsters opening cellphone accounts in victim\u2019s names.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2\ufe0f\u20e3 Power bill: Fraudster demands immediate payment for an overdue power bill with Nova Scotia Power, often by cash or e-Transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3\ufe0f\u20e3 Emergency or grandparent scam: Fraudster pretends to be someone you know and asks for money for some sort of emergency. The most common scenario is a child or grandchild in legal trouble that needs money to avoid criminal charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These scams are wide-spread and can target anyone. They use fear and high-pressure sales tactics to trick people, even those who believe themselves to be scam savvy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Be suspicious of unsolicited phone calls, especially if there is a sense of urgency or secrecy. One of the best ways to protect yourself is just by hanging up and calling the company, government agency, or family member back at a number you know is legitimate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you did not initiate the call, you do not know who you are talking to. Trust your instincts and do not give out personal information. If it feels like a scam, it probably is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you or someone you know is the victim of a scam, report it to your local police and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. For more information visit: https:\/\/antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca\/index-eng.htm<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Source : RCMP Release <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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