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Police warn of new scam - The Guardian

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POLICE warned the community to stay vigilant as scammers find new and inventive methods. A new scam reported in the community, dubbed “Hey mum”, texts people with the persona of a child asking for money to get home, with the excuse that their phone is out of power. Swan Hill Police Acting Inspector Brian Hansen said to be completely sure of the identity of the person on the other end before making an online transaction. “It’s really hard with th…

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Police warn of new scam - The Guardian

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North Bay Police Warning -Grandparent Scams

The North Bay Police Service is warning the public about a number of reported frauds and providing tips to protect yourself against these scams.The North Bay Police Service has received multiple reports of grandparent scams, in which scammers call elderly individuals claiming to need money to help the victim’s grandchild. The emergency can vary, but in most of these incidents the scammers claim the victim’s grandchild has been arrested and needs…

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