The Oak Bay Police Department is warning the public to be cautious of unsolicited calls after a resident was defrauded over the phone.
An Oak Bay local reported being swindled earlier this month after someone claiming to be from a financial institution gave them a ring.
According to the police, the caller directed the resident to a fraudulent website, resulting in unauthorized withdrawals from two bank accounts.
“The financial institution is investigating, and the resident has taken steps to enhance cybersecurity,” the police department said in a news release.
Oak Bay PD added that the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre is a valuable resource for people looking to stay abreast of common fraud tactics and scams.
