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Fraud & Scams

Fraudulent e-transfer text messages impersonate major Canadian banks

Ottawa, Ontario

Reported by
Ottawa Police Service
Published
8 days ago

Ottawa Police Service warns of fraudulent e-transfer requests circulating via text message impersonating major Canadian banks. Victims are tricked into auto-depositing funds to fraudster accounts. Contact your bank immediately if you receive an unexpected e-transfer request.

Source: Ottawa Police Service (opens in a new tab)

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