Calgary senior calls out scammer impersonating loved one to get money
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Calgary senior calls out scammer impersonating loved one to get money
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May 19, 2024
A Calgary senior has foiled a scammer’s attempt to get thousands of dollars from him by pretending to be a loved one in need of help. As Tomasia DaSilva reports, cyber-security experts say new technologies are leading to more scams.
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Calgary senior calls out scammer impersonating loved one to get money
Description
May 19, 2024
A Calgary senior has foiled a scammer’s attempt to get thousands of dollars from him by pretending to be a loved one in need of help. As Tomasia DaSilva reports, cyber-security experts say new technologies are leading to more scams.
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