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By Dave Barry

Fraud

Kamloops RCMP warning residents of unusual fraud activities in the area

Dec 28, 2022 | 2:12 PM

KAMLOOPS — Kamloops RCMP are warning the public following a series of reports of fraud taking place in the city today (Dec. 28).

Police say scammers are posing as either legal counsel or friends of the victim’s family members. They are claiming they need money to pay for bail or legal fees.

Investigators are particularly concerned because the crimes committed today include the offenders attempting to make arrangements to meet with the victims personally.

Police say the bail process in Canada is different than what is portrayed on television and never involves meeting a stranger in a parking lot or at a restaurant.

The Kamloops RCMP General Investigation Support Team, Crime Reduction Unit and front line officers are actively investigating these offences, anyone with information is asked to call the Kamloops RCMP non-emergency line at 250-828-3000.

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