Media Release for Friday, April 10, 2026

Calls for Service:
(April 8 at 8:00am – April 9 at 8:00am)  100

Grandparent Scam 

The Peterborough Police Service is issuing a warning after a report of the Grandparent scam.

On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, and Wednesday, April 8, 2026, an 83-year-old Peterborough resident received a call from someone impersonating a police officer from another police service stating that a family member was in trouble.  The victim was coerced into paying over $5,000. On both days, the money was picked up from the victim’s residence by a man described as:

• white male
• 5’10
• late 20's to early 30's
• medium build
• short dark hair, clean shaven,
• wearing an overcoat and a purple and grey scarf

Anyone can fall victim to a fraud or scam.  The Peterborough Police Service is committed to ensuring residents are aware of the scams and frauds that are happening in our community.  It is important to report incidents to your local police service and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind.

• Law enforcement agencies will never ask you for money
• If you are approached for money or crypto currency through unsolicited phone calls, emails or text messages do not engage
• Call a trusted family member or a friend to talk about what is going on
• Resist the urgency for action

Learn more at www.peterboroughpolice.com/fraud

Sandra Dueck
Manager, Strategic Communication Services
Peterborough Police Service
876@peterboroughpolice.ca
705-876-1122 x217

How to report a crime:
There are several ways to report a crime to the Peterborough Police Service.

• Emergency call 9-1-1
• Non-emergency call 705-876-1122 x225
• Online through the official Online Reporting Portal at  www.peterboroughpolice.com/online-reporting where you can also upload photos and/or video.

Or you can report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.stopcrimehere.ca

Learn more about what is happening in your community through the Community Safety Map. 

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