By rdnewsNOW staff

Be Aware

Southern Alberta RCMP warn public of jewellery and electronics scam

Mar 14, 2023 | 2:07 PM

Southern Alberta RCMP are warning the public of groups who are travelling throughout southern Alberta conducting gold jewellery and electronic scams.

Mounties say suspects have approached people in parking lots, gas stations, or other public locations.

Police say the suspects typically offer fake gold jewellery for sale, as gifts, or offer to trade for gas. The jewellery is not genuine and is offered at very low prices. RCMP further note the suspects often provide a story such as having a broken or lost bank card and are unable to access funds to continue their trip.

Suspects are typically driving newer rental vehicles and sometimes have children with them. There have also been reported incidents where the suspects are selling electronics.

Mounties say these incidents have occurred between March 2 and 14, 2023, and that these types of incidents can be considered fraud or false pretences and are criminal offences.

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Alberta RCMP are advising the public to report similar incidents and to remain aware of ever-changing fraudulent scams.