Edmonton police are urging anyone using online platforms to sell their items to be aware of a scam that’s circulating.
The Edmonton Police Service says it has received four reports this month of Edmontonians falling victim to the e-transfer scam.
Police say a person selling an item receives an e-mail that looks like a legitimate money transfer.
“When the complainant clicks the link to deposit the funds, they are directed to a fraudulent website that looks similar to that of their bank. When they enter their username and password, the information is sent to the suspects, who then gain access to their online banking,” EPS said in a news release.
Authorities say $6,700 was stolen in the scam this month.
Police are sharing tips for people to be cautious, such as reviewing links to determine their legitimacy; checking your bank’s URL; opting for in-person payment if suspicious about a link; or setting up auto-deposit for e-transfers.
Anyone who believes they may have lost money or personal information in a similar scam is encouraged to report it to the EPS at 780-423-4567 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.