RCMP NL is warning the public of an email scam that is currently in circulation. The scammer is representing themselves as part of the RCMP, investigating online sexual related offences against youth.
On Monday, January 27, 2025, Sheshatshiu RCMP received a report from an individual who had received such an email. The scammer stated that the individual was the subject of a police investigation for sexual offences committed against a youth and further stated that the individual was found guilty of these offences.
The email address used to contact the individual in this particular incident was grc-rcmp-specialized@syberservices.com. This email address is not associated to the RCMP.
RCMP NL warns that this is a scam. If you are the subject of a criminal investigation, police officers will contact you, most commonly in person. Contact could also take place over the phone or via email however, formal statements about an investigation will be taken in person. Findings of guilt are determined through a court process and not by the police.
If you receive an email similar to this, please contact your local police and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre to make a report.