Parking ticket scam circulating: Charlottetown police
![Charlottetown police This is an example of the text message currently circulating which says a parking citation has been issued in Charlottetown or from another city. Charlottetown Police Services is advising the public not to open any links if you receive the message. (Courtesy: Charlottetown Police Services)](/content/dam/ctvnews/en/images/2024/4/12/charlottetown-police-1-6845212-1713197195717.jpeg)
The Charlottetown Police Services is warning the public of a text scam where a message is sent indicating a parking citation has been issued either within the city or from another city, and the victim should follow a Charlottetown self-serve portal to make payment.
In a news release, the police said it is important to note “the city will never text residents to ask directly for financial payments.”
If you’ve received this text message or a similar one, police encourage people to follow these tips:
- Do not reply or click on any links, simply delete the message and block the number.
- If you have replied and have provided personal information or sent payment, please call your local police non-emergency line.
Police encourage people to call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre for more information on protecting yourself from a potential phishing scam.
Police encourage people to call them at (902) 629-4172.
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