Police in Ontario want citizens to help each other recognize fraud. The OPP launched Fraud Prevention Month yesterday at a press conference in Orillia outlining the latest criminal trends and many harmful aspects of fraud and victimization and encouraged the public to participate in social media conversations to access tips and other resources to identify and report fraud. The Anti-Fraud Centre says there were over 13,000 victims of mass marketing fraud last year losing just under $69 million with the majority of victims being between 50 and 70 years old. If you suspect you or someone you know has been a victim of fraud, contact your local police service or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at https://www.tipsubmit.com/.
