The North Bay Police Service is warning the public about an increase in “grandparent scams” targeting residents, particularly older adults.

Numerous community members have reported receiving calls from individuals falsely claiming that a loved one is in urgent trouble and requesting immediate payment.

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In these scams, callers often pretend to be a child or grandchild involved in a car accident or legal trouble. Some may pose as lawyers. The tactic is to create panic and urgency while asking victims not to tell anyone. Scammers typically request payment via gift cards, cryptocurrency, wire transfers, or couriers, according to police.

“We are aware of at least four reports of attempted grandparent scams in North Bay today alone,” says Detective Constable Dagg. “These sc

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