The following is a summary of a pamphlet issued by the Ministry of Attorney General of BC as part of their program of "Working Together to Prevent Crime". This pamphlet is designed specifically for senior citizens and includes con games, mail fraud schemes ,and provides other crime prevention tips.
For your protection, do not rush into any deal involving your money or property.
Be wary of something-for-nothing or get-rich-quick schemes.
Never sign contracts until your lawyer or banker has read them.
Never turn over large sums of cash, no matter how promising the offer.
Check the credentials of sales people and public officials.
Immediately report all suspicious offers to police they can act before swindlers leave town.
Arrange for incoming funds to be deposited directly into your bank account.
Other tips include safeguarding your home, your car and yourself when walking on the street.
Copies of the "Protection for Seniors Citizens" pamphlet are available at the Community Policing Centre on the Drive (between East3rd and 4Th Avenues) or at Britannia Seniors Centre in the near future.
Contributor Virginia B.
Volunteer Community Policing Centre
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