Federal prosecutors reported that 25 Canadians were charged in a scheme targeting older Americans, collectively defrauding them of $21 million over three years through the Grandparent Scam. The scammers, based in call centers in Montreal, falsely claimed to be grandchildren needing bail money. With arrests made in Canada and cooperation from U.S. officials, this operation was highlighted as a transnational crime effort, with authorities emphasizing the importance of international collaboration in tackling such organized crime targeted at vulnerable populations.
The conspirators placed phone calls from centers in and near Montreal, targeting older Americans by posing as grandchildren in urgent need of bail money after an arrest.
Tackling transnational crime is one of our greatest priorities and we're working hand-in-hand with our neighbors to dismantle organized criminal groups that threaten our safety and security.
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