Calgary police warn of new scam where fraudsters pretend to be them

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The Calgary police want residents to be aware of a new scam involving fraudsters who pretend to be police officers over the phone.

Police have received a number of complaints about an unknown individual who claims to be a police officer who asks for financial information or asks the caller to send them money.

It’s believed that the calls show up on people’s caller ID as Calgary Police Service, but the calls aren’t coming from within the organization.

Police advise that it’s not them. If you get one of these calls, hang up. The Calgary police will never call and ask for financial information or for money.

Calgarians should be suspicious of unexpected and unusual phone calls, especially from people asking for some type of urgent action, financial or otherwise.

Don’t share personal details, financial information or send money to an unknown caller.

Call the police to confirm identity at 403-266-1234.

Anyone who has suffered a financial loss or had personal information compromised can also call 403-266-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online or by downloading the P3 Tips app.