It’s Fraud Prevention Month and we are taking each day this week to highlight a specific scam targeting people in the province.
Nothing is worse than a broken heart, unless you add an empty wallet to the mix.
Romance scams continue to plague the province, with West Region OPP Sgt. Ed Sanchuk saying online dating sites can be great for someone seeking connection – but be cautious.
Audio PlayerSanchuk notes victims should not be ashamed of falling for this popular scam, as he reminds everyone that the people on the other end are working hard to get that money.
Audio PlayerA variation of the Romance scam is something called Pig Butchering.
There won’t be an emergency, or request for money to travel and meet up, instead they will want to cut you in on “something good.
Audio PlayerTomorrow, 94.1. myFM will be highlighting another scam to keep residents informed.
Written by: Matt Leblanc
