Delta Police is reminding everyone to stay vigilant against fraud.
A recent case from February saw $5,000 drained from a resident's account after falling victim to a phone scam.
Remember to never give out sensitive information over the phone and be cautious of unexpected calls.
On Feb. 20, 2024, the complainant reported that $5,000 was transferred from her savings account. She received a text from 778-801-XXXX stating that her debit card was downloaded into her digital wallet. She did not have a digital wallet and was concerned.
She called the number and spoke with “Michael” who claimed he worked for her bank. She provided sensitive information including her bank account password.
“Michael” put a hold on her account and told her to wait two days before accessing her account. Shortly thereafter, she received a call from her actual bank, reporting a suspicious $5,000 transfer from her account.
The real bank froze the account and began investigating the fraudulent transaction.
If you are uncertain about calls claiming to be from your bank, maintain skepticism and inquire further. Safeguard your finances and personal information.
For more information on fraud prevention visit: https://deltapolice.ca/safetytips/personal/fraud.
