Police are warning residents to be cautious of scams after a parent was tricked into sending $3,000 to a fraudster posing as their daughter.
The victim received a text message from someone claiming to be their child, urgently requesting money. Believing the request was real, they sent the funds before realizing it was a scam.
The OPP is reminding everyone to be cautious and be suspicious of unexpected messages asking for money, especially if they demand immediate action. Never send money to someone unless you have verified their identity. If you receive a message like this, contact your family member directly to confirm the situation before sending any funds.