RNC Photo by File photo /THE TELEGRAMArticle contentOn Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, shortly before 9 p.m., the RNC received a report of potential fraud that had occurred the day prior.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentA woman attended RNC Headquarters in Corner Brook to advise that she had received a phone call from a person she believed to be her grandson, stating he had been in an accident and needed a large sum of money. She later received a call from someone claiming to be a lawyer, requesting a larger sum of money.Article contentArticle contentArticle contentAt approximately 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 29, 2025 a man she did not know came to her residence in Irishtown-Summerside to pick up the money. He was described as a person of colour, approximately six-feet tall with a medium build, and was wearing a flannel jacket.Article contentAfter obtaining the money he was seen walking toward Main Street. Anyone with information to assist the investigation is asked to call the RNC at 709-637-4100.Article contentThe RNC is reminding the public that should you receive a call of this nature, remember that no law enforcement agency or public official would ever demand money over a phone call as part of any judicial or investigation process. If you receive such a phone call, end the call and contact your loved one directly.Article contentAnyone who thinks they, or someone they know, may be the victim of fraud is asked to report it to police immediately.Article contentTo remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com. You can also report suspected fraudulent activity to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.Article content
Senior lost money in grandparent scam in Irishtown-Summerside
