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Global News
a day ago
- Global News
Lethbridge police issue warning about new photo radar text scam
Police in Lethbridge, Alta., are asking the public to be aware of a photo radar scam following multiple reports from citizens in the past few days. Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) says this particular scam is a new take on a common phishing scam that involves sending text messages claiming to be from 'Alberta Drive Safe,' 'Safe Roads Alberta' or 'City of Lethbridge,' all while stating the individual has an unpaid photo radar ticket. Officers say the fraudulent text message include a link to click, claiming it contains directions to pay the alleged ticket. According to police, legitimate photo radar ticketing in Lethbridge will never come through text messages. Tickets are mailed to the registered owner's address and payments are dealt with by Alberta Courts and Alberta Registries Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy To protect yourself against potential scams, police say residents should know that, if no payment is received, the fine will be levied against the registration of the vehicle and never through text. Police are also reminding residents to never click any links from unsolicited messages, whether texts or emails. Story continues below advertisement Police say residents should never provide any money or personal information and they should delete the text or email right away. If you believe you may have an unpaid ticket, police say you should contact them or your registration centre. Alternatively, to see if you have an outstanding ticket, you can visit
CTV News
a day ago
- CTV News
Lethbridge police warn of text scam over phony photo radar tickets
A sign on Lethbridge Police Service headquarters is pictured in Lethbridge, Tuesday, April 16, 2024. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh) Lethbridge police are warning the public about an increase in photo radar scams trying to trick victims into sharing personal information. Officials say they've received multiple reports from citizens who've gotten unsolicited messages from users identifying themselves as Alberta Drive Safe and Safe Roads Alberta. The scammers are also trying to impersonate the City of Lethbridge in the texts. In the messages, police say victims are told they have an unpaid photo radar ticket and must click on a link within the text to resolve the issue. Authorities say these messages are fraudulent and you should not respond to them or click any links in the texts. Police said all traffic fines handed out are associated with the registered owner of the vehicle and photo radar tickets are usually mailed out promptly. If no payment is received, the fine is levied against the vehicle's registration. 'Government agencies will not send out text messages with links requesting information or payment,' the LPS said in a news release. 'If you receive an unsolicited text or email with a link attached, never click the link.' Lethbridge police warn of text scam over phony photo radar tickets A scam text message is making the rounds, warning Alberta drivers that if they don't pay traffic tickets by clicking a link, they could face serious penalties. Police advise anyone who received a text message like this to delete them right away. If you are concerned about any unpaid traffic fines, you should contact your local authority or registry to verify any concerns.
CTV News
27-06-2025
- Sport
- CTV News
Time running out to catch first pitch at Battle of the Badges charity softball game
Members of the Lethbridge Police Service are ready to hit the diamond against members of Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services in a charity softball game on Friday night. Members of the Lethbridge Police Service are ready to hit the diamond against members of Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services in a charity softball game on Friday night. It's the Battle of the Badges. Doors opened in the late afternoon, with first pitch set for 7 p.m. at Spitz Stadium. While the fire department is hoping to extend its win streak to two, the police service holds a four-and-one record. The fire department is playing for the Lethbridge Firefighters Charities Association, while police are playing for the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation's south zone cardiac centre campaign. All proceeds from the game will go to their charities. 'When we're responding, typically, it's for the community and residents on some of their worst days and so for us to get out here and really celebrate our two services in more of a light-hearted, spirited, friendly competition, I think it's really great for the community,' said David Skilling, Lethbridge Firefighters Charities Association president. Tickets for the game are available at the door. Emergency vehicles are also on display, and there are activities for kids along with a full stadium experience.
Calgary Herald
27-06-2025
- Calgary Herald
Lethbridge taxi driver charged with sexual assault of passenger
A Lethbridge Police Service vehicle outside LPS headquarters. Stephen Tipper/Postmedia Lethbridge police said Friday a Lethbridge man has been charged with sexually assaulting a woman before she could leave the driver's cab. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Calgary Herald ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Calgary Herald ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Police received a report on June 19 that a 50-year-old woman had been sexually assaulted. The woman alleged that the taxi driver sexually assaulted her after she had been driven home in a taxi. 'The male proceeded to call her numerous times, then attended her home later in day, repeatedly knocking on the door,' said Lethbridge police on Friday. Fearing for her safety, the woman called 911, said police. Your weekday lunchtime roundup of curated links, news highlights, analysis and features. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again After police investigated further, the woman said the same driver had earlier this year offered to help carry her groceries. But instead of leaving the groceries at her door, the man allegedly entered her home without permission and used her washroom before leaving, the woman told police. Lethbridge resident Sujeepan Sathiyananthan, 35, has been charged with sexual assault and being unlawfully in a house. After a bail hearing, Sathiyananthan was released from custody with conditions, including no contact with the woman, and is scheduled to appear in court on July 8.
Calgary Herald
17-06-2025
- Calgary Herald
Lethbridge Police Service Chief Shahin Mehdizadeh cleared of misconduct allegations
Article content Lethbridge's police chief was found not guilty Monday of two misconduct charges he faced over a lunch meeting he had with the service's chaplain more than four years ago. Article content Lethbridge Police Service Chief Shahin Mehdizadeh had been accused of two counts of misconduct, for violating a public health order by taking a member of the public out for lunch in March 2021, during the COVID-19 pandemic, and for denying he had done anything wrong when confronted about it. Article content Article content Article content Article content They had soup during a 20- to 30-minute lunch, a regular thank-you gesture from Mehdizadeh for the volunteer's work with Lethbridge police. They were masked and appropriately distanced, said Lethbridge's police chief. Article content Mehdizadeh had believed the chaplain was part of his cohort, but during a meeting several days later with senior management, Lethbridge's police chief said he learned he was wrong and apologized to senior officers, including Woods. Article content Article content On Monday, presiding officer Brett Carlson concluded that, on a balance of probabilities, the allegations against Mehdizadeh were not proven and found him not guilty. Article content Carlson determined the LPS chief did not intend to breach the public health order, provided an apology and the conduct was not repeated. Article content 'There was no evidence of malicious intent or meaningful moral culpability,' he said. 'A moment of carelessness or error in judgment does not, by itself, constitute discreditable conduct requiring discipline.' Article content 'I find that a dispassionate, reasonable person, fully apprised of the circumstances would conclude that the Chief did not do anything prejudicial to discipline or likely to bring discredit on the reputation of the police service.'
