Scammers haven’t overlooked the fact we’re in COVID lockdown, and some creative new attempts to part you from your money and/or identity are going around.
Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Anti-Rackets Branch, and the Health Fraud Investigation Unit (HFIU) say don’t be tricked by fake wellness websites trying to steal personal information, or by fraudsters trying to sell you remedies over the phone.
Be wary of companies that claim cures and prevention for COVID-19.
Verify who is calling if you receive a phone call requesting your personal information- the best advice, just hang up.
Even if a website or email appears to be from a familiar organization, the source could be spoofed- not legitimate.
If scammers, or websites have never asked for your OHIP information before, they are now.
