Fraudsters have been impersonating Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) officers in scam calls across Canada, targeting residents in Newfoundland and Labrador. The RCMP in St. John’s has received reports from over 100 individuals who claim to have received fraudulent calls. These calls are said to mimic official RCMP communication, often requesting sensitive personal information.
In many instances, the scammers use voice modulation technology to sound like real officers. Victims report being asked for banking details or social insurance numbers. Some were even directed to provide information about their family members. The RCMP has issued warnings to the public, advising them to never share personal information over the phone.
This is not the first time such scams have been reported. Similar incidents were noted in 2022, when over 80 individuals in the region fell victim to similar tactics. The RCMP has previously launched awareness campaigns to educate the public on identifying and reporting such scams.
Authorities are working to trace the origin of these calls, which are believed to be coming from outside Canada. The RCMP has urged residents to report any suspicious activity to local police or through their official online portal.
The situation highlights the ongoing challenge of cybercrime in the region. With increasing reliance on digital communication, fraudsters are adapting their methods to exploit public trust in law enforcement. The RCMP continues to collaborate with federal agencies to combat these fraudulent activities.
