Auto transport scams are becoming increasingly common in the United States. Scammers take advantage of unsuspecting car owners by offering low-cost vehicle shipping services. They often fail to provide the services they promise and may even demand additional payments or not deliver the vehicle at all. It is important to research any auto transport company…
A couple from Quebec has been apprehended in connection with the “grandparent scam,” which led to a combined loss of $27,000 for two Saanich residents this week. The arrests were made at Vancouver International Airport, where a 26-year-old man from Montreal and a 24-year-old woman from Quebec City were taken into custody. They are set…
Here’s what usually happens. You go online to find a company that can move your car or motorcycle. You find one that looks legit and offers a great price — maybe even better than you expected. They ask for a small deposit, maybe a couple hundred bucks, and you send it through a digital wallet…
The Denver International Airport has issued a warning regarding a new Facebook page, named D?nv?r Air??rt, claiming to sell lost luggage for $10. The airport asserts that the page is “in no way affiliated” with them. Presenting itself as a thrift and consignment store, the Facebook page is appearing as a sponsored advertisement on users’…
Rail transport scams are a growing problem for many countries around the world. Scams can take many forms, from ticket fraud and deception to theft, sabotage, and more. In most cases, the goal of the scam is to take advantage of unsuspecting passengers, sometimes resulting in financial loss or worse. Ticket fraud : Ticket fraud…
Fake auto transport companies operate by taking advantage of unsuspecting customers who are not knowledgeable about the auto transport industry. They will often offer a low price to lure unsuspecting customers in, and then try to add additional charges once the customer has committed to the service. They may also offer services that are not…
If you’ve received a letter in the mail promising two free round-trip airline tickets to anywhere in the continental U.S., you’re not alone — and you may be the target of a scam. The New York State Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is alerting residents to be cautious about these enticing offers that…
