Guelph police say staff of a downtown bank saved a Guelph senior from falling victim to a grandparent scam on Thursday.
Shortly after 2 p.m., the assistant manager of a bank called police. An 86-year-old client was attempting to withdraw $6,000 and did not believe bank staff that she was being scammed.
An officer attended and offered advice. The cash was not withdrawn.
Police remind residents to be cautious when dealing with people on the telephone, even if you believe you know who you are talking to.
- Never send or give money to people you are not sure you know
- Take the time to verify the story
- If the story involves a loved one, try to contact that person on your own or ask questions only they would be able to answer
- Never volunteer personal information to callers
