Counterfeit Currency Fraud and Scam Workshop to Precede Games
Prince George, B.C. – Amidst all the hoopla of holding a special sporting event like the Canada Winter Games comes a darker side.
In order to prepare for that the Prince George RCMP will hold a special free workshop to help people avoid getting ripped off.
The “Counterfeit, Currency Fraud and Scams workshop” goes next Tuesday at the detachment on Victoria street, and everyone’s invited.
“We thought it’s timely just before a major event like the Canada Winter Games, which we’re very proud to be hosting in Prince George,” says community policing coordinator Linda Parker.
“They (attendees) will learn how to distinguish legitimate bills from counterfeit currency and they will also learn about current and common scams and how to avoid being a victim.”
Guest speakers include Sabrina Cordeiro with the Bank of Canada, who will discuss counterfeit currency, and Special Constable Fred Greene with the RCMP’s community policing unit, to discuss popular frauds and scams.
Parker notes it’s common to see an increase in criminal activity during major sporting events.
“With so many people and with so many transactions we know that there will be a bit of a spike in the use of counterfeit currency and frauds and scams and unfortunately we need to be diligent.”
The workshop runs from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. and anyone interested must bring their photo I.D.
For more information call 250-561-3319 or email linda.parker@princegeorge.ca.
Comments
This is a good example of proactive policing, for which I commend those responsible for the idea and the implementation.
I do object however, to the collection of personal information ( I assume that with the photo i.d. request, your name, address, and d.o.b. will be recorded, as often occurs when interacting with our police) Even as a witness, or a victim, they always want your info.
I have nothing to hide, rather, I object to the prying nature of that seemingly simple request.
Ever asked a policeman for his or her personal info, in response to their request? They don’t seem to appreciate the humour.
metalman.
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