Crocuses aren’t the only things popping up with this milder Spring weather. Phone scams are making a comeback, too, and all too often they target our senior citizens. Scam and fraud investigations can be challenging because of the global nature of communication, so prevention is always best. Here are some variations on a common scam…
Two males, ages 37 and 29, are facing charges in connection with a police investigation into alleged recent cases of fraud. The Regina Police Service Stolen Auto Unit led this investigation which examined recent sales of used vehicles on an internet-based marketplace. It was alleged that the party offering these vehicles for sale was misrepresenting…
A Regina male is charged after investigation into a series of break and enters to mailboxes occurring on March 3rd and 4th, 2021. On March 4, 2021, police were notified of a series of break-ins to mailboxes at apartment buildings on the 100 block of Rink Avenue, and the 1200 block of Galloway Street. Investigation…
In recent weeks, the Regina Police Service has received two reports of individuals who have been extorted online. In both cases, the victims were contacted online by a stranger, requesting to be a Facebook friend. A conversation began between the stranger and the victim as a private message, and it was then suggested to the…
With Christmas around the corner, the sale of gift cards increases. During the Christmas season, there is also a rise in purchases of gift cards used in relation to fraud. Here are a few reminders to keep you safe through the holidays and in the New Year: Never purchase gift cards as a form of…