Cpl. Kyle Camalush, Barriere RCMP
I would like to take this opportunity to update the community on a number of scams that are circulating within our area.
In particular, scammers are calling in identifying as family members (children/grandchildren), stating that they’ve been arrested or robbed or have been in an accident. The scammer will continue to request money for their “release” from jail or otherwise.
The RCMP would encourage community members not to disclose personal/financial information to anyone over the phone. If someone contacts you, identifies themselves as a police officer, customs officer or government official, and asks for any of these things or threatens you in any way, end the call immediately.
Please consider the following if you suspect a fraudulent phone call or circumstance:
- Consult with a family member or friend about the situation.
- Verify the identity and/or whereabouts of the caller, even if they make mention of “not telling” family members.
- Consider contacting the company/agency that the caller has identified themselves as being from to confirm their legitimacy.
- Do not feel pressured to immediately disclose personal/financial information or send money.
- Only confirm banking, cheque and account information in person with a bank teller.
- Notify the Barriere RCMP Detachment (250-672-9918) and Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (1-888-495-8501).
If you are interested in pursuing an application to join the RCMP, please contact Cpl. Kyle Camalush at the Barriere RCMP Detachment about the application process or RCMP training, or to discuss any questions you may have at any time on the non emergency line at 250-672-9918.
