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Anti-fraud investigator impersonator offers to recover stolen money

A scammer may claim to represent a Canadian fraud authority and offer reimbursement after a past loss. Official-sounding titles and copied logos do not establish that the outreach is genuine.

Source: Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre · Original advisory date: 2026-07-02

This summary is not a firsthand report or an endorsement or partnership by the source.

Warning signs to recognize

  • An unsolicited 'investigator' asks for fees or banking details.
  • The contact creates urgency and asks you to use its link or callback number

How to check or protect yourself

  • Contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre through its public website to check claims.
  • Report and delete unwanted texts; preserve evidence if funds or data were exposed

Read the original Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre advisory

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