Residential

FRAUD ALERT – Seniors Targeted

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Hawkesbury is warning the public about a series of scams targeting seniors.

Fraudsters are posing as electricity company employees (phone calls + fake in-home appointments) to obtain personal information and money.

• Do not share your personal information

• Refuse unsolicited visits

• Verify before signing anything

Remember: if in doubt, do not let them in and call police.

Do you have concerns or have you been a victim?

• Contact Hawkesbury OPP at 1-888-310-1122

• Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre: 1-888-495-8501

• Report online: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca

• Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-8477