Fraud Warning

Yesterday, a woman contacted police to report that an unknown person had gained access to her personal computer. The woman was denied access to her computer however could see the person remotely controlling her computer and opening files. A short time later, the woman began receiving long distance telephone calls from a man claiming to be from an anti-hacking company. The man knew that her computer had been compromised and stated that he could help remove the virus for a one-time fee of $250. The man asked the woman for her credit card number or gave her the option of using Western Union. The woman did not accept his offer. The man continued calling the woman and it appears as though he may have gained access to her phone line as well as she could no longer make outgoing calls. The woman finally unplugged her computer and phone line.

The Chatham-Kent Police Service would like to remind citizens to never give personal or financial information to strangers. Obtain as much information as you can from the caller and document the phone number should you have call display. For more information on scam types and how to report it, please click on the following link http://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/english/home.html

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