RNC investigates Grandparent Scam on the West Coast

The RNC on the west coast is advising the community of an investigation into a grandparent scam in Irishtown-Summerside.

On Saturday, shortly before 9 p.m., the RNC received a report of potential fraud that had occurred the day prior.

A woman attended RNC Headquarters in Corner Brook to advise that she had received a phone call from a person she believed to be her grandson, stating he had been in an accident and needed a large sum of money. She later received a call from someone claiming to be a lawyer, requesting a larger sum of money.

At approximately 8:30 p.m. on Friday, a man she did not know came to her residence in Irishtown-Summerside to pick up the money. He was described as a person of colour, approximately 6’0” tall with a medium build, and was wearing a flannel jacket. After obtaining the money he was seen walking toward Main Street.

The RNC is reminding the public that should you receive a call of this nature; remember that no law enforcement agency or public official would never demand money over a phone call as part of any judicial or investigation process. If you receive such a phone call, end the call and contact your loved one directly.