ACCOUNT FRAUD ALERT

Cornwall, ON- The Cornwall Community Police Service have received reports of several attempts of having persons contact a specific web site to have restrictions removed from their accounts. It is reported that residents are receiving a text message and that a correspondence is required to lift restrictions imposed on an account. Cornwall police are warning people of the possible scam and advise the public to take caution if targeted.

The Cornwall Community Police Service wishes to remind residents never give out any personal information over the telephone or by way of text without researching and confirming who you are corresponding with.