LPS shares red flags when receiving scam bank calls

CTV News

12-06-2025

The LaSalle Police Service is reminding of red flags to keep in mind when you get scam calls posing to be your bank or other agencies.
While the caller might have accurate information about you, such as your name, address, birthdate, or social insurance number, the LPS said that doesn't validate who is calling you.
'With technology, the caller can duplicate your bank's phone number in a method called 'spoofing',' police wrote in a Facebook post.
When taking a call, look for the following red flags while speaking to the person on the phone:
You were asked to give money or buy gift cards
You received unsolicited calls/emails
They asked for personal information, like your pin number or address
There's a sense of urgency or secrecy
The number one rule the LPS reminded of is when in doubt, hang up. You can verify the information by calling or going to your bank.