{"id":129418,"date":"2026-07-14T18:36:45","date_gmt":"2026-07-14T18:36:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/canada\/129418\/"},"modified":"2026-07-14T18:36:45","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T18:36:45","slug":"ontarians-buying-new-phones-may-be-targeted-in-scheme-opp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/canada\/129418\/","title":{"rendered":"Ontarians buying new phones may be targeted in scheme: OPP"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Ontario Provincial Police are warning people who have recently purchased new cellphones of a targeted fraud<\/a> scheme.<\/p>\n

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OPP officers said they have received reports of fraudsters contacting victims shortly after a new device is purchased. The caller requests that the phone be returned either to complete the setup process or to receive a promotional discount.<\/p>\n

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\u201cBelieving the request to be legitimate, victims either mail the phone or hand it over to an individual for pickup,\u201d OPP<\/a> said in a press release. \u201cThe device is never returned, leaving the victim without their new phone while the fraudsters obtain a brand-new device.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The OPP said everyone should be cautious of unsolicited calls, emails or texts. They said it is always a good idea to contact your cellular provider directly if someone reaches out.<\/p>\n

\u201cTaking a few moments to verify a promotion, discount, or service request can help prevent you from becoming a victim of fraud,\u201d OPP said.<\/p>\n

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