Detective Dean Hanby, Criminal Investigation Branch, Waterloo Regional Police, RECORDING on Fraud/Scam

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Detective Dean Hanby, Criminal Investigation Branch, Waterloo Regional Police, RECORDING on Fraud/Scam

Feb 06, 2025

In our Zoom meeting on Thursday Feb. 6th, 2025, Detective Constable Dean Hanby provided an overview of common scams including investment, phishing, spear phishing, romance, and grandparent scams.

This is the recording from his presentation. When opening it, it will ask for the passcode which is included.

https://rtoero.zoom.us/rec/share/VdafMeisWlopDn91U5a2qf6vdJ3gDtwP1u5QrAvh9po5nVAXoyI5xB7xZ2wgl1ch.Oq7eRbY7kAR674Kf
Passcode: pW?52&Xq

Next steps that were provide by Detective Dean Hanby

Not answering unknown phone calls

Being cautious about clicking links in emails

Shredding documents with personal information

Checking bank accounts daily

Maintaining open communication with trusted family or friends about potential scams

Email the recorded presentation to all attendees and post it on the District 11 website.

Visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre website to stay informed about current scams.

Explore the GetCyberSafe.ca website for resources on cyber safety.

Check the District 11 E-news and website regularly for upcoming events.

Consider using the 211 phone service for information about fraud prevention.

Look into credit monitoring services from Transunion and Equifax for additional identity protection.