SASKATOON – Police say at least two people have recently been defrauded by a mystery shopper scam.
Scammers entice victims with online ads to become secret shoppers.
Get breaking National news
Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.
People receive a mailed cheque and deposit it as part of the employment. Victims are then asked to transfer some of that money back to the alleged employer via a money transfer before finding out the cheque is fraudulent.
- Groups push for ‘maximum transparency’ on Tumbler Ridge gun details
- 10 people suspected of vandalism at AI institute in Montreal as AI summit kicks off
- 8 charged after $2.8M in illicit cannabis seized on Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory
- DTES grocery store uncertain of future after spending thousands on security
Residents are reminded to ignore attractive pop-up ads on the internet.
If anyone has been a victim of fraud can call Saskatoon police at 306-975-8300.
Comments
Want to discuss? Please read our Commenting Policy first.