Fraud Month - Week #3: On-Line Scams & Frauds

Fraud prevention is crucial in combating various scams that target individuals through different channels.

Romance scams, for instance, involve scammers creating fake profiles on dating sites or social media platforms to build trust and manipulate victims into sending money. These scammers often claim to be in distress or need financial assistance for emergencies, exploiting the victim's emotions.

Phishing emails are another common scam, where fraudsters send deceptive emails that appear to be from legitimate sources, tricking recipients into revealing personal information or clicking on malicious links.

Job scams promise lucrative employment opportunities but require upfront fees for training or materials, leaving victims with nothing in return.

Buy and sell fraud involves scammers posing as buyers or sellers on online marketplaces, deceiving individuals into paying for non-existent goods or services.

Lottery and prize scams claim the victim has won a large sum of money but require payment of fees to release the winnings.

Tech repair scams involve fraudsters posing as tech support agents, convincing victims that their devices have issues and charging for unnecessary repairs.

Impersonation scams are particularly deceptive, with scammers pretending to be trusted entities like government officials, law enforcement, or company representatives to extract money or personal information.

By staying informed about these scams and adopting preventive measures, individuals can protect themselves from falling victim to fraudulent activities. Watching educational videos, such as those provided by the Edmonton Police Service(External link), can further enhance awareness and understanding of these scams.

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