NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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The Sault Ste. Marie Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to warn the public of the following frauds that have come to the attention of police.
The following few examples are what you should look for as a potential scam:
• Private companies offering 'fast' COVID-19 tests for sale;
• Fraudulent and deceptive online ads offering cleaning products, hand sanitizers and other items in high demand;
• Malicious email campaigns that capitalize on the public's fears about COVID-19;
• Door-to-door offering fake decontamination services;
• Fraudsters may urge you to invest in hot new stocks related to the disease.
How to protect yourself
• Check the Canadian Anti-Fraud website
• Find the latest health information available from Public Health Agency of Canada or the World Health Organization
• Beware of unauthorized or fraudulent charities requesting money for victims or research. You should never be pressured into making a donation
If you think you or someone you know has been a victim of fraud, please contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or report online.
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