PEI RCMP warns of scammers using false Caller ID numbers

A warning from PEI RCMP that scammers can easily spoof caller ID phone numbers.  They make it look like they are calling from trusted organizations, including courthouses, sheriff’s offices, and police departments.  PEI RCMP recently received a report of a scam in which fraudsters impersonated an RCMP employee, claiming to be acting on behalf of Service Canada. The scammers demanded Bitcoin payments and used the Stratford RCMP phone number on caller ID to appear legitimate.  Never send Bitcoin or purchase gift cards in response to an unexpected phone call.