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Title: If it sounds too good to be true...

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OPP officers regularly give presentations on the topic of fraud to help the community recognize, report and stop fraudulent behaviour.

Here are a few suggestions to help you take charge and be in control with regards to phone and door threats.

Tips for handling a phone threat: Don't give personal information over the phone; Don't believe if the caller says they have something special to offer or you have won a prize- Get the facts before you give.

If the caller says, act now, they're doing you a favor-refuse immediately, you are not obligated.

Tips for handling a door threat: If there is an unknown person at your door-don't open it, talk through it; If approached in your yard-don't invite them in; If a suspicious salesperson tries to rush you to buy something – refuse; If the salesperson suggests they're working in your area – don't believe them and get estimates elsewhere.

The old adage “if it sounds too good to be true…it probably is” is very good advice and will keep you safe. You are in charge…take control!

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