Winnipeg Scam
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Sports groups in Winnipeg, Arnprior fell victim to alleged Toronto fraudsters: OPPThe OPP say two sports organizations in Ontario and Manitoba fell victim to an spear phishing scam allegedly orchestrated by two people in Toronto.CrimeMar 16, 2021
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Insta-scam targets fans of popular Winnipeg marketSocial media scammers appear to have set their sights on popular Winnipeg market Third + Bird, its founder says.ConsumerDec 15, 2020
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Winnipeg grocery store owner says numerous customers have been victims of Bitcoin scamsHusni Zeid has put a large sign on the Bitcoin machine in his Food Fare store on Lilac Street, warning customers of phone scams involving the cryptocurrency.ConsumerJun 18, 2020
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Winnipeg police warn of gift card scamWinnipeg police say scammers have been stealing inactive prepaid cards in their packaging from local retail stores and replacing them with blank or used cards.CrimeDec 12, 2019
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Winnipeg police collar suspect in pickpocket scamPolice arrested Elvis Stoian, 42, on Tuesday, who is suspected of being responsible for three such incidents between July 31 and Aug. 7.CrimeSep 12, 2019
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Cyber-extortion porn scheme prompts warning from Manitoba RCMPManitoba RCMP warn people to change their passwords after receiving complaints about an extortion scheme. Would-be victims receive email threats saying their webcam has been compromised.Jul 26, 2018
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Winnipeg’s female drivers targeted by fake mechanicWinnipeg police have identified a new scam targeting the city's female drivers.CrimeMar 26, 2018
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Winnipeg police warn public of tax scamWinnipeg police are warning the public after receiving several reports of tax scams.CrimeFeb 21, 2018
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Scam texts and emails received by Winnipeggers a modern twist on an old crimeManitoba Hydro said they’ve received almost 50 complaints this year alone from people getting texts from scammers posing as the company.Feb 15, 2018
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