Police warn seniors of rising "emergency scams," where scammers demand cryptocurrency or gift cards.

Regina and Saskatoon police warn of an increase in "emergency scams" targeting seniors. Scammers pose as loved ones or officials, claiming urgent need for money and asking for cryptocurrency or gift cards. Police advise verifying caller identities, not sending cash or gift cards, and reporting scams to local police or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.

December 14, 2024
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