Prince Edward County OPP are investigating after someone allegedly lost more than $15,000 to a bank investigator fraud.
The victim told police they received a call from someone claiming to be with their bank’s fraud department.
The phony investigator claimed that the victim’s identity had been compromised and that the suspect was an internal bank employee.
The investigator then directed the victim to deposit over $15,000 into a Bitcoin Teller Machine.
Police remind everyone to be cautious of any request for money or information, and that legitimate agencies will never pressure you for information over the phone or demand money immediately.
Banks, police or government agencies will never ask for cryptocurrency. Stay safe online by following these tips:
Pump the brakes and ask more questions
Ask for credentials
Listen to the inner voice that says “this doesn’t sound right”
Be wary of any request for cash or cryptocurrency
Be cautious of the sense of urgency
Never provide remote computer access
Do not assume phone numbers appearing on your call display are accurate
