The Chatham-Kent Police Service is reminding seniors to be on guard against fraudsters who target them through phone calls, emails, text messages and online messages.
Police say scammers often use these methods to try to trick seniors into giving up personal or financial information, and are asking residents to take a few moments to protect themselves.
Officials advise people to stop and think before acting on any unexpected request, and to never share personal identification numbers, passwords or banking information with anyone who contacts them unsolicited.
Police also recommend verifying any unexpected request for money before sending funds, and not feeling pressured by demands that create a sense of urgency. Anyone who is unsure about a request should talk to someone they trust before taking action, police say.
Knowing the warning signs can help people recognize suspicious activity before it is too late, according to the Chatham-Kent Police Service.
More information on fraud prevention is available at ckpolice.com/safety-and-prevention/fraud-prevention/.
