By rdnewsNOW Staff

Be Aware

Alberta RCMP advising of “Grandparent” scam

Apr 19, 2022 | 10:05 AM

Alberta RCMP are warning the public about “Grandparent” scams specifically targeting the elderly.

In Okotoks, for example, there have been as many as five of these scams reported in the last few weeks, say local Mounties.

In this scam, police say the victim will receive a call from an apparent grandson who advises that they are in prison and require a large amount of money for bail. A second individual of authority will then go on the phone and attempt to arrange collection of the money. RCMP warn that these individuals may know specific information about the grandson.

Things to look out for:

• Police would never go to your home to collect bail money for a prisoner
• Police would never pressure someone to pay bail money for a prisoner
• Bail money in Canada is traditionally not large sums

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If you have any concerns about suspicious phone calls please call your local police.