NATIONAL FRAUD PREVENTION MONTH

MARCH IS NATIONAL FRAUD PREVENTION MONTH
Learn the three Rs to protect yourself from falling victim

LONDON, ON (March 2, 2026) – Recognize. Reject. Report. Three simple actions that can help prevent you and your loved ones from falling victim to fraud. 

March is National Fraud Prevention Month, and the London Police Service Financial Crime Unit will be kicking off a month-long campaign aimed at educating Londoners about fraud tactics, trends, and tricks of the trade.

Fraudsters continue to develop increasingly sophisticated methods to victimize individuals, while also relying on the basic tricks as well.  Take time to learn the signs of a scam or fraud, know how to report it, and share this information with the people around you. One conversation could be all it takes to prevent a friend or family member from falling victim to fraud.

“Knowledge is power—especially when it comes to fraud prevention. Being aware of the scams active in your community and sharing that information can help protect you and those you care about,” said Detective Michelle Serpa of the LPS Financial Crime Unit. “Remember the three Rs: Recognize a fraud, Reject the attempt, and Report it to police and the Canadian Anti‑Fraud Centre. Fraudsters are constantly adapting, so stay informed, keep the conversation going, and help others recognize, reject, and report scams.”

Over the past two weeks, the LPS Financial Crime Unit has taken reports on the following:

• 23 Identity frauds
• 38 cyber-enabled frauds
• 14 frauds for Elders
• 6 cases involving counterfeit money.
• Numerous types of frauds including investment scams, bank account takeovers, SIM swaps, fraudulent job scams etc.

“Fraudsters are constantly evolving, using new technology while continuing to rely on tactics that have worked in the past,” Serpa continued. “Staying informed and talking openly about fraud helps people recognize the warning signs, reject scams, and report them. By educating ourselves and others, we can work together to prevent these crimes from happening.”

The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre continues to promote resources exposing “Tricks of the trade: what’s in a fraudster’s toolbox?” so that people and businesses can identify fraud attempts and protect themselves and the people around them.  This resource breaks down tactics used by fraudsters and provides a toolbox of actions that you can take, should you find yourself presented with a fraud.

Fraud Prevention Month Information Sessions

The LPS Financial Crime Unit will be hosting a Fraud Prevention Month Information Session.

The session will take place at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 501 located at, 7097 Kilbourne Road, London, Ontario on Friday, March 13, 2026, from 1:30 pm – 3 pm. The public is invited to learn about common scams and fraud tactics. Registration is available on Eventbrite: Click here to register.

Follow the London Police Service social media channels and visit our website throughout the month of March as we spread awareness aimed at ensuring no one falls victim to financial crime.

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