Crime Prevention Tips!
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Winnipeg Police Service
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Preface
Scammers are sneaky and sly. They can target anyone, from youngsters to retirees. They can also target businesses. No one is immune to fraud.
Our group of superheroes has found a way to see through the scams.
Their secret is simple: “Knowledge is Power”
Read on to find out how you can also become a Fraud-Fighting Superhero.
Share this booklet with family and friends and start powering up!
Fraud Fighting 101
Click on the pictures to read more!
Subscription Traps
Identity Theft
CEO Scams
Health & Medical Scams
Romance Scams
Business Scams
Phishing Scams
Tax Scams
Door To Door Scams
Emergency Scams
Purchase of Merchandise Scams
Sale of Merchandise Scams
The Little Black Book of Scams
Contents:
‘Click on the Pictures to the right for more information on each subject!’
Fraud Fighting 101
Subscription Scams
Identity Theft
CEO Scams
Health & Medical Scams
Romance Scams
Business Scams
Phishing Scams
Tax Scams
Door To Door Scams
Emergency Scams
Purchase of Merchandise Scams
Sale of Merchadise Scams
Red Flags: Things to Watch For
Reporting A Scam
Knowledge is YOUR POWER!
WHEN TO CALL:
If your incident is an emergency, call 911. If it is a non-emergency, call 204-986-6222.
The Little Black Book of Scams - 2nd Edition
Cst. Garnie McIntyre of the Winnipeg Police Service informs us that the Winnipeg Police Services ability to connect in person with the community is part of their commitment to sharing timely crime prevention and safety information with you and your community group.
The WPS Crime Prevention team can connect with your group or organization through online virtual presentations.
Presentations offered by the Winnipeg Police Service include:
1. Frauds and Scams
2. Personal Safety
3. Personal Safety for Seniors
All presentations are free of charge, and are about one hour in duration. Upon receiving your request they will be in contact to make arrangements.
To arrange a virtual presentation contact Cst. Garnie McIntyre at gmcintyre@winnipeg.ca on the web at www.winnipeg.ca/takeaction or by calling 204-986-6322.
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‘All Valuables Removed’
Program please click Here.
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•There are Buy and Sell Exchange Zones located at each of the four Winnipeg Police Service Stations Use these locations to conduct legal buy and sell transactions. Officers will not assist with transactions. This includes monitoring, negotiating and completing your exchanges; however, these areas may be subject to video monitoring. Exchanges involving weapons or illegal items are not permitted. The Winnipeg Police Service does not assume responsibility for the use of these zones.
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•Want to know if the item you plan to buy has been reported stolen? The Canadian Police Information Centre provides an online resource you can use to search serial numbers to find out. Searches can be done on property, vehicles, bikes, boats and firearms.
Buying & Selling On-Line? Did you know...
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