MOOSE JAW– Moose Jaw RCMP are warning the public after a recent fraud incident where a victim was tricked into paying a large sum of money for a fake antivirus subscription.
On June 10, 2025 at approximately 9:50 p.m., Moose Jaw RCMP received a report of fraud in Caronport.
The police investigation determined a victim purchased a fraudulent antivirus subscription on their computer. Shortly after, an individual who misrepresented himself as an employee from a popular antivirus company contacted the victim. He demanded a large sum of money from the victim. The victim was instructed to deliver the money in person in Caronport to another individual who went by the name “Sam.” “Sam” was also misrepresented as an employee from a popular antivirus company.
“Sam” is described as a male who is approximately 5-foot-6 with a medium build.
Moose Jaw RCMP continue to investigate this incident and ask anyone with information, or who recognizes “Sam,” contact police by dialing 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
If you receive a similar email or phone call, do not provide any of your personal information or follow through with the fraudsters request. Instead, contact your local police immediately.
Moose Jaw RCMP encourage members of the public to take the following steps to prevent being a victim of fraud:
-Be careful; scammers can spoof telephone numbers and make it appear as though they’re calling from a trusted source.
-Slow things down. Scammers create a sense of urgency when they contact you. If you are unsure if a phone call or email is a scam, hang up the phone or don’t respond to the email. Instead, reach out to the agency or person using a familiar, credible contact to confirm the information you were told is accurate.
-Never agree to meet with someone who called you asking for money.
-Never give out personal information like your name, address, SIN or banking information over unsolicited calls or emails.
-Don’t be afraid to say no! Don’t be intimidated by high-pressure sales tactics or requests to send money right away. Walk away or hang up the phone.
Remember, anyone can become a victim of fraud – you are not alone. Fraudsters can be very convincing, they are relentless in achieving their goal, and they target people’s emotions and kindness.
If you think you have been contacted by a fraudster, please contact your local police at 310-RCMP. Scams can also be reported to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or through its website at https://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm.
