Moose Jaw RCMP received a report of fraud in Caronport, SK., on June 10, 2025 at approximately 9:50 p.m..
It was determined that a victim purchased a fraudulent antivirus subscription for their computer.
An individual who misrepresented himself as an employee from a popular antivirus company contacted the victim shortly after the purchase.
The suspect then demanded a large sum of money from the victim.
The suspect instructed the victim to deliver the money in person in Caronport to another individual who went by the name ‘Sam’.
‘Sam’ was also misrepresented as an employee from a popular antivirus company.
‘Sam’ is described as a male who is approximately 5’6” tall with a medium build. A sketch of him is attached.
Sketch: Moose Jaw RCMP are trying to identify this man
Moose Jaw RCMP continue to investigate this incident and ask anyone with information, or who recognizes ‘Sam’, contact police by dialling 310-RCMP.
Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
What do you do if you get a call?
If you receive a similar email or phone call, do not provide any of your personal information or follow through with the fraudsters request.
Instead, contact your local police immediately.
Moose Jaw RCMP encourage members of the public to take the following steps to prevent being a victim of fraud:
- Be careful; scammers can spoof telephone numbers and make it appear as though they’re calling from a trusted source.
- Slow things down. Scammers create a sense of urgency when they contact you. If you are unsure if a phone call or email is a scam, hang up the phone or don’t respond to the email. Instead, reach out to the
- agency or person using a familiar, credible contact to confirm the information you were told is accurate.
- Never agree to meet with someone who called you asking for money.
- Never give out personal information like your name, address, SIN or banking information over unsolicited calls or emails.
- Don’t be afraid to say no! Don’t be intimidated by high-pressure sales tactics or requests to send money right away. Walk away or hang up the phone.
- Remember, anyone can become a victim of fraud – you are not alone. Fraudsters can be very convincing, they are relentless in achieving their goal, and they target people’s emotions and kindness.
If you think you have been contacted by a fraudster, please contact your local police at 310-RCMP.
Scams can also be reported to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or through its website at https://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm.