Lac La Biche RCMP warn residents of scam

Lac La Biche have received reports of fraudulent text messages being received by local residents claiming that a parcel is was undeliverable and prompts them to updated their address. A link in the text message soon directs the person to submit personal information and requests a small fee for the address change.

Lac La Biche RCMP have been advised that individuals who have completed information through that link have seen unauthorized transactions on the payment type used shortly afterwards.

RCMP want you to know that these types of scams are an attempt to gather personal and banking information of the target. Please be vigilant when receiving any kind of unsolicited messages, emails or letters. If you have any concerns about a suspicious letter, please call the Lac La Biche RCMP or contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at https://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca or at the toll-free line 1-888-495-8501.