A Canadian Revenue Agency Scam is making the rounds in Elliot Lake and the North Shore.
Last Friday, the East Algoma OPP received over 20 phone calls and four walk-in complaints.
Then, over the weekend there were seven voice mails left at the detachment of the scam in Elliot Lake.
Individuals received a recording with a threatening message indicating that a lawsuit has been filed against them regarding unpaid taxes to the CRA and if they did not comply, an arrest warrant would be issued.
Two prominent telephone numbers displayed on local resident’s phones were: 1-613-499-9818 and 1-613-665-0999.
Fortunately, residents who reported these incidents did not fall prey to this scam.
To avoid becoming a victim, police advise you to first check with another family member or trusted friend to verify the information before sending money or providing credit card information by phone or e-mail.
Also, report it to police
