Dufferin OPP are warning residents about an increasing number of scams and fraud activity targeting banking institutions across Dufferin County. Police are investigating reports of individuals being scammed at various financial institutions in the area. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and regularly check their bank statements for any suspicious activity.
On February 25th, at a banking institution in Orangeville, a male suspect entered the bank and approached elderly customer. Police believe the suspect distracted the victim and swapped their debit card with a blank card. The suspect’s actions are suspected to be part of a fraud scheme and Dufferin OPP are actively investigating the matter.
OPP are advising all residents to be extra cautious when conducting banking transactions, particularly when approached by strangers or during interactions with bank staff. The OPP encourages people to regularly monitor their bank statements for any signs of unauthorized activity, such as unfamiliar transactions or missing funds.
