Essex County Grandparent Scam: Senior Loses $6,500
Windsor police warn about sophisticated grandparent scams after Essex County senior falls victim to emotional manipulation, losing thousands in elaborate phone scheme.
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North Bay senior loses $250K in investment scam
A North Bay resident has fallen victim to a devastating investment fraud, losing a quarter-million dollars. Ontario Provincial Police are warning the public about sophisticated financial scams targeting Canadians.
Missing Dog Scam Targets Heartbroken Canadian Pet Owners
A cruel new scam is preying on desperate Canadians searching for their lost pets, with fraudsters demanding hundreds of dollars for dogs they don't actually have.
Sudbury Police Warn of Scammers Spoofing Their Phone Number
Greater Sudbury residents are being targeted by sophisticated phone scams where callers are manipulating caller ID to display legitimate police numbers. Learn how to protect yourself from these convincing fraud attempts.
Ontario couple loses $1M to online scammers
A heartbreaking case of financial fraud sees an Ontario senior couple lose their life savings to convincing online scammers who posed as police investigators in a complex scheme.
Hamilton Senior's Home Invaded Through Unlocked Door
A Hamilton senior experienced a frightening home invasion when suspects walked through her unlocked door while she was alone. Police are warning residents about securing their homes.
Missing 79-Year-Old Woman: LaSalle Police Urgent Search
LaSalle Police Service has launched an urgent search for Norma Gaffney, 79, who went missing from her Windsor-area home. Authorities are concerned for her safety and asking residents to check properties.
Ontario Social Media Scams Cost Residents Hundreds
Two Ontario residents are warning others after losing significant money to sophisticated fake ads on social media platforms. Learn how these scams work and crucial protection tips.
Barrie pool company $500K fraud trial set
Two Barrie men face trial for allegedly defrauding 16 customers out of $500,000 through their pool company. Discover how the elaborate scheme unfolded and what victims experienced.
Calgary senior accused of sexual assault after online meeting
A 76-year-old Calgary man stands accused of sexual assault following an alleged incident with a woman he met through an online platform, raising concerns about digital safety.
Missing Port Coquitlam Senior Found Deceased
The community mourns as 74-year-old Port Coquitlam senior George Hendsbee is found deceased days after vanishing from his home. Learn about the extensive search efforts and community response.
Silver Alert Petition with 7,300 Signatures Hits Parliament
A Winnipeg family's tragedy sparks nationwide movement for Canada-wide Silver Alert system to locate missing seniors with cognitive conditions.
Coquitlam RCMP search for missing 79-year-old senior
Coquitlam Mounties are urgently seeking public assistance to locate 79-year-old Donald Brodie, who vanished from his home on February 21st. The vulnerable senior requires medication, raising serious concerns for his wellbeing.
Search for Missing 70-Year-Old from Dartmouth Hospital
Halifax Regional Police are urgently searching for a 70-year-old man who went missing from a Dartmouth hospital. Gerald Joseph Dugas was last seen Wednesday morning and requires medical attention.
Firefighters rescue man from submerged car in Montreal river
A miraculous water rescue unfolded in Montreal as first responders pulled a senior citizen from a car fully submerged in the icy waters of Rivière des Prairies. The quick-thinking 73-year-old managed to call 911 before his vehicle sank completely.
Ottawa Police Search for Missing 67-Year-Old Man
Ottawa authorities are urgently searching for William Heyman, a 67-year-old man last seen in the Carlington area. Police express concern for his well-being and are asking residents to check their properties.
Calgary man charged in $2 million fraud scheme
A Calgary resident has been charged following an extensive fraud investigation that uncovered nearly $2 million in alleged financial crimes. Discover the details of this sophisticated scheme.
Calgary dentist faces new fraud charges in insurance scandal
Calgary dentist Dr. Alena Smadych faces new fraud allegations as insurance companies uncover more questionable billing practices, adding to her existing legal troubles.
Burnaby senior loses $1M in foreign police phone scam
A Burnaby woman lost her life savings in an elaborate phone scam where fraudsters posed as Chinese police. Learn how this sophisticated scheme works and how to protect yourself from similar fraud.
Fraudster's lies backfire in Ontario court case
A Toronto fraudster's elaborate deception backfires spectacularly as his own false testimony becomes key evidence in his conviction. Discover how Grant Norton's lies trapped him in a legal nightmare.
PEI Senior Sleeps in Car as Elderly Homelessness Rises
A shocking new report reveals the hidden crisis of senior homelessness across Canada, as a Prince Edward Island woman shares her story of sleeping in her vehicle while waiting for affordable housing.
North Van Property Scam: Fake Warning Letters Target Homeowners
RCMP warns North Vancouver homeowners about fraudulent letters claiming property title risks. Learn how to protect yourself from this sophisticated scam.
Family Demands Change After Senior's Care Home Death
The heartbroken family of an 88-year-old woman who died after wandering from a Saskatoon care home is calling for systemic reforms in senior care facilities across Saskatchewan.
Brampton pair arrested in carjacking fraud scheme
Two Brampton residents face serious charges after police uncover a sophisticated fraud operation involving a staged carjacking and false insurance claims in the Greater Toronto Area.
Ontario Couple Loses $1M+ to Online Scammers
A retired Ontario couple fell victim to an elaborate online fraud scheme, losing their entire life savings of more than $1 million even after their bank raised red flags about the suspicious transactions.
Ottawa Police Arrest 7 in Homeowner Fraud Scheme
Ottawa Police dismantle sophisticated fraud ring that preyed on elderly and vulnerable residents through fake home service contracts, arresting seven suspects in coordinated city-wide operation.
Calgary police seize 25 guns in fraud bust, 50 charges
Calgary police have dismantled a sophisticated fraud operation, seizing 25 firearms and laying 50 criminal charges in a major investigation spanning multiple provinces.
Senior Swiftie: 95-year-old starts Taylor fan club
A 95-year-old retirement home resident in Canada has become an unlikely Swiftie hero by starting his own Taylor Swift fan club, proving age is just a number when it comes to music fandom.
Search for Missing 68-Year-Old Boucherville Woman
Quebec police are urgently searching for Céline Lussier, a 68-year-old woman who vanished from her Boucherville home. Authorities and community members are combing the area as concerns grow.
Ex-hockey treasurer charged with fraud in Barrie
A former Barrie Minor Hockey Association board member faces fraud charges following the disappearance of thousands of dollars from the organization's accounts, shaking the local sports community.
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