Frauds and Scams

The Lethbridge Police Service is warning residents to be cautious of fraudulent job postings that may involve criminal courier work.

Lethbridge Police are advising the public of the presence of fraudsters in the community using the grandparent scam to prey on seniors. 

Police are warning the public to be aware of a recent, ongoing phone scam after reports from multiple citizens have been received.

Police are warning the public to be aware of a Photo Radar scam after multiple reports from citizens have been received over the last few days.

As Fraud Prevention Month comes to an end, the Lethbridge Police Service would like to highlight a few key tips. 

Our Economic Crimes Unit facilitates presentations to interested business and groups, as capacity permits. They provide up-to-date information about frauds and scams, as well as share tips on how to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Victims are led to believe a virus has infected their computer. Scammers posing as a credible technology company then gain access to their computer to "fix" it and instead run programs and alter settings that can install malware or steal personal and financial information.

Check out the Online Safety Toolkit built by the Building Safer Communities team to find information and tips about online safety from credible source.

Online phishing scams generally involve a victim receiving a fake (or “spoofed”) but credible looking message that tricks them into sharing sensitive personal and/or financial information. 

While the use of cryptocurrency is legitimate and growing, the lack of public understanding makes it a prime area for scammers to target victims.