The Provincial Government is advising seniors and their families that a telephone scam has been reported in Newfoundland and Labrador.
The caller claims to be calling on behalf of Premier Tony Wakeham and asks the recipient to share their banking information in order to receive a senior’s bonus.
The Provincial Government or Premier Wakeham’s office would never request personal banking information in exchange for money.
If a person receives such a call, they are asked to immediately hang up on the caller without providing any personal information.
To report a scam to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, contact your local detachment, or call 1-800-709-7267. To report a scam to the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary, please call 709-729-8000, or use the online reporting system.
For more information about how to identify scams and stay safe online, visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre website, Get Cyber Safe, or CyberSafeNL.
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