Fake ID Used to Buy $200K SUV in Oakville: Police
Halton police charge a man for allegedly using fraudulent identification to purchase a luxury vehicle worth $200,000 in Oakville. Get the full details on the investigation.
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$95K lost in Guelph investment scam, police warn
Guelph Police are warning the public after a local resident lost $95,000 in an investment scam. Learn the red flags and how to protect your finances.
Singapore to cane scammers with up to 24 strokes
Singapore enacts harsh new penalties for scam operations, including caning and life imprisonment. Learn how this global crackdown on fraud could impact international efforts.
Woman in court over $78K minor hockey fraud allegation
A Barrie, Ont. woman faces fraud charges after allegedly defrauding a local minor hockey association of $78,000. Julianna Dinino appeared in court as the case proceeds.
Canadians lose $2.3M to AI-powered crypto scams
A W5 investigation reveals how Canadians are being aggressively targeted by sophisticated AI-generated videos in cryptocurrency investment scams, leading to devastating losses. Learn how to protect yourself.
AI crypto scams steal $2.3M from Canadians
Two Canadians lost a combined $2.3 million in sophisticated AI-generated cryptocurrency scams. Learn how these deepfake frauds work and how to protect yourself.
Ottawa police stop grandparent scam, arrest Quebec man
A quick-thinking family and Ottawa Police prevented a senior from losing $6,000 to a 'grandparent scam.' A 35-year-old from Terrebonne, Que., faces fraud charges. Learn the warning signs.
LaSalle police warn of phone banking scam using Uber
LaSalle police warn of a phone scam where fraudsters pose as banks and send couriers. Learn how to protect your personal and financial information from this growing threat.
Police arrest suspect in Ottawa grandparent scam
Ottawa Police have arrested a suspect in an alleged grandparent scam, preventing financial loss. Learn how authorities are tackling this fraud targeting seniors.
Windsor Police Ask Public to ID Fraud Suspect
Windsor police release surveillance image of a man wanted for a $3,000 fraudulent credit card purchase. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the financial crimes unit.
Ontario woman loses $4,000 to job scam
An Ontario woman was defrauded of $4,000 in an advance fee loan scam. Police warn job seekers about fake offers involving stolen goods or money laundering.
Vancouver's UpMeals bankrupt amid fraud allegations
Vancouver entrepreneur Drew Munro faces fraud accusations and a potential criminal probe as his meal-prep company UpMeals collapses into bankruptcy. Read the full story.
Bank Card Fraud Scheme Stopped in LaSalle
LaSalle police have successfully disrupted a significant bank card fraud operation. Learn how the scheme was uncovered and what it means for local financial security.
Counterfeit money buys iPhone in Guelph
Police are investigating after counterfeit Canadian currency was used to purchase an iPhone in Guelph, Ontario. Learn the details of this financial crime and how to spot fake bills.
How to Help Seniors Avoid Scams and Fraud
Expert advice from the Credit Counselling Society on safeguarding older Canadians from phone, online, and in-person fraud while preserving their independence and dignity.
Two Arrested in Regina-Area Grandparent Scams
Regina police have made two arrests in emergency scams targeting seniors, with six confirmed cases. Learn how to protect your family from these predatory schemes.
Kitchener man charged in attempted bank fraud scam
A Kitchener man faces charges following an attempted bank fraud investigation. Police detail the alleged scam and remind the public to remain vigilant against financial crimes.
B.C. man extradited to U.S. for sweepstakes fraud
A British Columbia man will be sent to the United States to face charges for an alleged mass-mailing sweepstakes fraud. The B.C. Supreme Court approved the extradition request.
Calgary dentist faces prison for $684K insurance fraud
A Calgary dentist who defrauded insurers of nearly $700,000 for phantom dental work should go to prison, says the Crown. Defence argues her $500K+ restitution merits a non-custodial sentence. Sentencing in January.
Ontario man charged in $1.6M crypto scam
Peel police charge a 31-year-old man after two victims lost $1.6M in a fake crypto investment scheme promoted on social media. Learn how to protect yourself.
Woman charged for $30K hockey association theft in Cape Breton
An 18-year-old woman faces charges for allegedly taking $30,000 from a Cape Breton hockey association. Police investigation ongoing. Read the latest details.
$1.6M Cryptocurrency Scam Reported by Peel Police
Peel Regional Police report victims lost $1.6 million in a sophisticated cryptocurrency investment scam. Authorities urge the public to exercise extreme caution with online investment offers.
Two charged, one sought in Toronto identity fraud probe
Toronto Police announce new charges in Project Deja Vu, a sprawling synthetic identity fraud case with over $4M in losses. One suspect from Brampton remains at large.
New Charges in Major Toronto Credit Card Fraud Scheme
Toronto police announce new charges in a major credit card fraud investigation dating back to 2016. One suspect remains at large as Project Deja Vu continues.
Two more charged in Toronto credit card fraud scheme dating to 2016
Toronto police have laid additional charges in a major credit card fraud investigation, Project Deja Vu, dating back to 2016. One suspect remains at large. Get the latest details.
Vancouver mortgage broker fined for forging document
A Vancouver mortgage broker created a fake document to cover a mistake, leading to a fine and suspension. Read the regulator's full findings and the consequences.
Guelph senior loses thousands in bank card fraud
A Guelph senior was defrauded after a suspect took their bank cards and spent thousands. Police are investigating the incident, highlighting risks to vulnerable residents.
Calgary man guilty of $2.4M park model fraud
A Calgary court has found Robert Bradley Sandler guilty of 13 counts of fraud, defrauding 16 victims of nearly $2.5 million through his company Home Squad Inc. Sentencing is pending.
Lethbridge man defrauded of $600,000 in crypto scam
A Lethbridge man was defrauded of nearly $600,000 in an investment scam, with funds moved to offshore crypto accounts. A B.C. man now faces charges. Learn the red flags.
B.C. man charged in Lethbridge investment fraud
A British Columbia man has been charged in connection with a significant investment fraud targeting a Lethbridge resident. Learn the details of the case and its implications.
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