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VPD warns public about fraud schemes

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Vancouver police are warning the public about two fraud schemes currently circulating in the city.

One directly impacts the VPD with a telemarketer, who identifies themselves as a VPD employee, asking for donations to support anti-bullying efforts. The VPD said they do not solicit donations and advises against anyone giving their personal or financial information out over the phone.

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If anyone receives a call asking for this information, it is advised they hang up.

The second scheme involves business fraud. According to VPD, a suspect hacked into the computer system of a local business and monitored their company emails before sending a fake internal email requesting the transfer of a large amount of money.

Police are asking businesses to review their computer security as well as ensuring they have firewalls and antivirus software in place.

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They also suggest employees take appropriate steps to confirm requests for financial information or money transfers are legitimate.

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