100 Mile House RCMP is reminding the public there are numerous scams where fraudsters will falsely represent government and financial institutions.
On January 19, 2026, police received a report of a fraud by telephone.
“The complainant advised of being contacted by a fraudster claiming to represent a financial institution where the fraudster on the call said money was owed to the RCMP and demanded funds in the form of an Apple gift card,” Sargeant Brian Lamb said, “Funds via the gift were sent as well as personal information.”
Lamb said the complainant was able to stop any further risk of financial loss by having their actual bank involved.
Police said it’s recommended that anyone contacted by phone or other means of communication to always verify with the actual organization before providing and information and to contact your financial institution if you believe you have been a victim of a fraud.
Something going on in the Cariboo you think people should know about?
Send us a news tip by emailing cariboonews@vistaradio.ca.
