Winnipeg Police Service Public Advisory:

WINNIPEG POLICE SERVICE PUBLIC ADVISORY Monday, February 25, 2013 FRAUD INVESTIGATIONS During the past two weeks the Winnipeg Police Service has received numerous reports of incidents where members of the public have been approached and offered valuable jewellery for sale.   After completing the transactions, and at a later time, the victims have discovered that the jewellery is in fact costume in nature.   Members of the public are requested to use caution when approached in this manner and to always keep their personal safety as a high priority.   As a reference, members of the public are asked to review "The Little Black Book of Scams" which is a publication from The Competition Bureau of Canada.  This compact and easy-to-use reference guide is filled with information people can use to protect themselves against a variety of common scams.   Consumers and businesses can consult the book to avoid falling victim to internet scams, fake lotteries, romance scams, and other schemes currently used to defraud Canadians of their money or personal information.   The booklet offers information on how scams work and how to recognize them, as well as practical tips on how consumers can protect themselves.  It also offers a step-by-step guide for victims to reduce their losses and avoid becoming repeat victims.   The Little Black Book of Scams can be downloaded from the bureau's website at: http://www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/eic/site/cb-bc.nsf/eng/03074.html#s4_0   The Competition Bureau as an independent law enforcement agency ensures that Canadian businesses and consumers prosper in a competitive and innovative marketplace.   Anyone who has been the victim of any of the above mentioned scams or any other scam should report the matter to police by attending in person to any police station.   For further information contact either: Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Constable Eric Hofley, Public Information Officer Office: (204)986-3061 Fax: (204) 986-3267 Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca   Web: www.winnipeg.ca/Police

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