March is Fraud Awareness Month and while we would all like to think "it can't happen to us," it can and it does. RCMP are reminding residents to be aware that just because we may live in small town Saskatchewan it doesn't mean we are untouchable.
Technology is booming and that gives criminals an edge. We may not like it but we have to acknowledge it exists and act accordingly.
Saskatchewan RCMP have kicked off this month by alerting the public of some of the most common frauds in the country and they say to remember Saskatchewan is not immune to fraud.
Debit and credit card fraud have become big business both for individuals and organized groups. The RCMP report they are seeing dramatic yearly increases in skimming type frauds and they advise customers to get in the habit of protecting their pin and monitor their bank statements for unusual transactions.
"If you notice something contact your bank and if you think it's fraud call the police."
In a perfect world we wouldn't have to worry about such matters but unfortunately the fact is, it's not perfect.
Be aware, be smart and stay protected both this month and beyond...
