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flag Scammers posing as gas company reps demand urgent payments via gift cards; police warn residents to verify identities and report fraud.

flag Kingston Police are warning residents about a scam involving fake gas company representatives making urgent calls or visiting homes, threatening service shut-offs unless immediate payment is made via gift cards or wire transfers. flag Authorities stress that real utility companies do not demand urgent payments over the phone or send unscheduled personnel without notice. flag Residents are advised to verify identities by contacting companies directly through official channels, avoid sharing personal or financial information, and report suspicious activity to police or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. flag The scam has been reported in multiple Ontario communities, prompting efforts to increase public awareness and prevent fraud.

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