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Glovertown RCMP warns residents of door-to-door scam

April 8, 2026 - Glovertown, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP

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RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador is reminding the public to be scam aware after a Glovertown resident was approached by someone impersonating a telecommunications employee. Scammers can use personal information obtained illegally and pressure tactics in person or by phone to trick you, so it’s essential you take steps to protect yourself.

Glovertown RCMP recently responded to a report of an individual who knocked on a door in the Glovertown area, claiming to be employee of Eastlink. They verified their affiliation with the company by providing personal information they obtained by accessing the resident’s telephone bills, and attempted to convince the victim to provide money, information or further access to their accounts.

In this case, the company confirmed that there were no representatives going door to door in the area.

Seniors may be at increased risk for this type of scam.

Make sure you know how to protect yourself:

• If you are contacted by phone or in person by a representative of a company who is requesting personal or financial information or payment from you, the first step is to slow down. Scammers often use emotion and pressure tactics to create a sense of urgency.

   

• Take the time to fact find. Ask questions and let the person know you will get back to them later.
  
   
• Reach out to the business contacting you and confirm the details of the request. Any company providing a service to the public can and should be contacted directly via the customer service numbers provided on official statements, bills or account summaries.
  
   
• Protect your personal information. This includes destroying physical documents that include your information (like phone or account numbers) before disposing of them.

Taking the time to verify the person or business allows you to confirm the legitimacy of their request or claims and avoid falling victim to scams like this one.

Scams and frauds are serious criminal offences. Anyone who commits these crimes can face significant consequences, including limitations on travel and employment, a criminal record and potential jail time.

If you believe you have been a victim of fraud, contact your local police detachment to make a police report. Additionally, incidents of scams or frauds should be reported directly to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at https://reportcyberandfraud.canada.ca/ 

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