Halifax Regional Police warns scammers are copying their phoneline

A Halifax Regional Police shoulder badge is pictured. (Source: Callum Smith/CTV News Atlantic)

The Halifax Regional Police is warning people that scammers appear to be copying their phoneline to talk about cryptocurrency.

Police say they received three reports from people in Toronto who say they were contacted by 902-490-5200, which is the west division office. The person who called them claimed to be investigating fraud.

“Police will never ask for money, cryptocurrency or gift cards,” a news release from police reads. “Scammers can spoof phone numbers to make it appear as though they’re calling from a trusted source.

“Do not give personal information to anyone by phone, email or in person unless you are certain of their identity and the legitimacy of the organization they represent.”

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