Romance scam targeting Chinese community bilks victims out of $1.8M | Toronto Sun
''Investigators from the Financial Crimes Unit said there has been significant increase in these incidents being reported, with victims losing thousands of dollars to more than $1 million.''
''There have been at least 15 victims in their 20s to 50s, police said in a statement released Thursday.
The scammers contact the victims — primarily women — through social media, WeChat or dating apps, and strike up a conversation of “a romantic nature.” As the online relationship flourishes, the fraudsters recommend “an exciting investment opportunity for the victim to participate in, promising large returns,” police said.''
''Anyone who has information or who believes they may have been a victim of fraud and lost money can report the incident to police by calling 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6627.
To report frauds where no money has been lost, contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre online or by calling 1-888-495-8501''
''Investigators from the Financial Crimes Unit said there has been significant increase in these incidents being reported, with victims losing thousands of dollars to more than $1 million.''
''There have been at least 15 victims in their 20s to 50s, police said in a statement released Thursday.
The scammers contact the victims — primarily women — through social media, WeChat or dating apps, and strike up a conversation of “a romantic nature.” As the online relationship flourishes, the fraudsters recommend “an exciting investment opportunity for the victim to participate in, promising large returns,” police said.''
''Anyone who has information or who believes they may have been a victim of fraud and lost money can report the incident to police by calling 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6627.
To report frauds where no money has been lost, contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre online or by calling 1-888-495-8501''