Grandparents getting scammed in Chatham-Kent
Chatham-Kent police are issuing a scam alert about the 'grandparent scam' happening in Chatham-Kent.
Scammers pretend to be a grandchild in distress and pressure seniors into sending money.
Here are some tips from police:
-Talk to your elderly loved ones about this scam.
-Share this post to help raise awareness.
-Report scam calls to Chatham-Kent Police Service at 519-352-1234 or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
(1-888-495-8501).
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