Hydro Ottawa warns customers of scam

https://www.ottawamatters.com/local-news/hydro-ottawa-warns-customers-of-scam-878655

Scammers are posing as Hydro Ottawa via text messages.

Hydro Ottawa is warning its customers of a text message scam.

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Several people tweeted Thursday about getting a text message from a number with a "204" area code, claiming to be from Hydro Ottawa.

A link is attached in the text message, which says customers have received a refund or deposit from Hydro Ottawa.

Clicking the link will likely compromise your security, and your personal information may be stolen.

If suspect that you've been a victim of fraud, you can contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-95-8501, or Ottawa Police at 613-236-1222 ext. 5433

Former school office administrator charged with Theft over $5000

https://www.ottawapolice.ca/en/news/index.aspx?newsId=f35b7104-9472-491d-a72c-0aa50168fce2

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, March 22, 2018      12:45pm  

(Ottawa)—In October 2014, the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) conducted an internal review and found that revenues typically generated from School Generated Funds were not received for the 2013-2014 school year at Roberta Bondar Public School. After the Board questioned staff, the employee suspected of taking these funds did not return to her position as the school’s office administrator. 

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board filed a complaint to the Ottawa Police and the ensuing police investigation determined that criminal charges were warranted. 

On March 21, 2018, Kathleen ST-GERMAIN, 45 years old, from Ottawa was charged with one count of theft over $5,000.  She was released on a promise to appear and is scheduled to appear in court on April 12. 

Anyone with information pertaining to this matter is asked to contact Detective Steven Malo from the Ottawa Police Organized Fraud Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5443 or at malos@ottawapolice.ca. 

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by downloading the Ottawa Police app. 

Female suspect to identify in luxury vehicle scam

https://www.ottawapolice.ca/en/news/index.aspx?newsId=381fd170-3dd6-44f6-9212-c08fcccf179d

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, March 16, 2018     2:44pm 

(Ottawa) –The Ottawa Police Service Organized Fraud Unit is seeking public assistance in identifying a female suspect who has purchased some luxury vehicles. 

In the months of January and February 2018, the female suspect has fraudulently purchased several high-end SUV’s at local dealers in Ottawa. She uses fraudulent identification and forged documents to obtain auto financing loans to purchase the targeted vehicles. 

The female is wanted for multiple counts of Fraud over $5000, Theft of motor vehicle and other fraud-related offences relating to identity theft and uttering forged documents. 

She is described as a Caucasian female, slim build, with long dark hair (see pictures.) 

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call the Organized Fraud Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5433. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by downloading the Ottawa Police app. 

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Suspect sought in creating accounts using stolen IDs

http://crimestoppers.ca/2018/03/06/suspect-sought-in-creating-accounts-using-stolen-ids/

– MARCH 6, 2018POSTED IN: FRAUD, OTTAWA

The Ottawa Police Service Organized Fraud Unit and Crime Stoppers are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect who is using stolen identities.

The suspect has created fraudulent Rogers accounts using stolen identities. Using the stolen identities, the suspect then orders new Iphones to be delivered to victim’s home address. The suspect will then collect the ordered items.

Please see photo below provided by investigators.

If you know the identity of the individual call the Ottawa Police Service Organized Fraud Unit (613) 236-1222 Ext 5433 or <strong>Crime Stoppers</strong> toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Remember Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, we will not ask your name or record your call and you are not required to testify in court. If your information leads to their identity, you could qualify for a cash reward of up to $2000. You can follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.

Suspect to be identified in opening account using stolen ID

http://crimestoppers.ca/2018/03/08/suspect-to-be-identified-in-opening-account-using-stolen-id/

– MARCH 8, 2018POSTED IN: FRAUD, OTTAWA

The Ottawa Police Central Investigations Unit and Crime Stoppers are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect who is using a stolen ID to open accounts.

In November 2017, the suspect used a stolen ID to open new accounts. The suspect has continued using the victim’s stolen identification and is still ongoing.

Please see photos below provided by investigators.

If you know the identity of the individual call the Ottawa Police Service Central Investigations Unit (613) 236-1222 Ext 5673 or <strong>Crime Stoppers</strong> toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Remember Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, we will not ask your name or record your call and you are not required to testify in court. If your information leads to their identity, you could qualify for a cash reward of up to $2000. You can follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.