Subject: New warning about “distraction” fraud and thefts in Ottawa / Nouvelle mis en garde concernant vols et fraude par “détournement d’attention” à Ottawa
Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2018 11:47:55 -0400
From: Dawn Neilly <wellingtoncpc@gmail.com>
The Ottawa Police Service would like to warn the public about a recent series of distraction thefts, frauds and robberies that have occurred in Ottawa and other cities across Ontario.
The suspects approach victims on the side of the road, parking lots, or outside their homes under the pretence of asking for assistance, either with directions or help. The suspects then distract, fraudulently scam, and/or forcefully remove the victim’s jewellery, depending on the circumstances. Victims are left with either worthless jewellery or no jewellery at all.
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