South Bruce OPP investigate substantial fraud in Kincardine

(KINCARDINE, ON) - Jan. 29, the South Bruce OPP was dispatched to an address in the Municipality of Kincardine, where an individual reported being a victim of fraud.

Investigation revealed that over the course of approximately five years, the victim sent more than $100,000 to an individual the victim had conversed with on-line. The victim became suspicious after receiving a fraudulent letter threatening arrest if further funds were not sent.

The investigation has been passed over to the South Bruce OPP Crime Unit.

We urge residents to be extremely cautious when engaging in on-line relationships, business ventures, investments opportunities, etc. Verify any unsolicited requests before providing personal information.

For more information on fraud, you can contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or www.antifraudcentre.ca.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.