BCSC gained new licence-blocking power back in March 2021
Police warn that it’s almost impossible to catch fraudsters in such cases
Same investigation alleges Vancouver businessman David Sidoo was involved
U.S. SEC alleges former CFL player worked in multi-player ring to trick investors out of millions
BC RCMP Federal Policing Cybercrime Operations Group shuts down bogus online cryptocurrency investment platforms
Residents were trying to sell items online
Surrey RCMP are investigating as couple issues warning to others to be on their guard
Four cases of phony $100 and $20 bills reported in Nanaimo since Dec. 1
RCMP warns of email claiming Canada Post has a parcel held in your name
Initial sentence was overturned in B.C. Court of Appeal
Andrea Blanchard, 46, is facing several fraud-related charges
Survey finds more than half are not doing enough to protect against fraud
Cost of fraud up despite drop in reports
Convinced by scammer her grandson was arrested and needed bail money
Judge in Colwood courtroom tires of ongoing excuses for fraudster avoiding sentencing
‘Opportunists trying to take advantage of a horrible tragedy is nothing new,” says Karla Laird
Community policing officer offers a variety of ways to avoid being scammed
Several legitimate stolen IDs seized, pair released with promise to appear in court
Police say Surrey woman defrauded victims out of more than $250K
Investigation conducted by Alberta RCMP
