TORONTO — Toronto police are warning of a scam targeting members of the South Asian community, after people received unsolicited calls from fake immigration officials.
Police said the scammers informed victims that their permanent resident card was expiring and required renewal.
The callers then told victims to transfer large amounts of money to ensure their immigration status remains valid.
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Police are urging the public to address any questions about their immigration/residency status to Canadian Immigration and Citizenship at 1-888-242 2100 or http://www.cic.gc.ca, or their related country of origin’s consulate.
Police said that when investigating a crime, the immigration status of victims is not a factor.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Colin Stewart at 416-808-2300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at http://www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637).
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