Coronavirus Scams
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U.S. investigators warn about coronavirus scams as vaccine approval on horizonHomeland Security investigators are working with Pfizer, Moderna and dozens of other drug companies racing to complete and distribute the vaccine and treatments for the virus.HealthNov 30, 2020
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Virtual vehicle vendor scam fuelled by COVID-19 pandemic, warn Better Business BureauThe best way for consumers to protect themselves is to inspect the vehicle in person before handing over any money, says the Better Business Bureau.ConsumerSep 28, 2020
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Former fraudster offers advice amid rise in pandemic scams'They will steal every dime they can from you,' Frank W. Abagnale, an American conman-turned security consultant says of increasing phone and online scams.ConsumerAug 26, 2020
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Scammers target online job seekers during COVID-19 pandemicThe Better Business Bureau Serving Southern Alberta and East Kootenay told Global News it has seen an increased number of calls during the COVID-19 pandemic inquiring about phony job offers.CrimeJun 9, 2020
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Home improvement scams top B.C. Better Business Bureau’s list amid COVID-19The organization says Canadians reported losses of more than $50,000 to this particular scam between March 1 and May 31.ConsumerJun 3, 2020
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Coronavirus-related scams have defrauded Canadians $1.2M: officialSince March 6, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre has received 739 reports related to the pandemic, with 178 of those attempts succeeding.CanadaMay 4, 2020
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Toronto police warn of increase in various coronavirus-related scamsSome scams include text messages requesting banking information for processing emergency government benefits related to COVID-19, police said.CrimeApr 28, 2020
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BBB receiving reports of coronavirus scams in SaskatchewanData from the BBB shows the 35 to 54 age range was the most susceptible group with 54 per cent of those who reported a scam falling victim to it.CanadaApr 15, 2020
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Ontario salesman claims Amway product will filter COVID-19 virusThere is no evidence Atmosphere Sky can reduce anyone's exposure to COVID-19.CanadaApr 6, 2020
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Edmonton police warning of coronavirus scams after 3 lose more than $17KSince the novel coronavirus arrived in Alberta, police say three Edmontonians have lost $17,750 in COVID-19 related scams.CrimeMar 31, 2020
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