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Mission woman loses $45,000 in cryptocurrency scam
A Mission woman lost approximately $45,000 in a cryptocurrency scam after clicking on a job posting link for promotions and social media, according to police.
The woman was asked to e-transfer thousands of dollars and a large amount of cryptocurrency to unlock her earnings, as reported by Mission RCMP.
Previously, local scams in 2024 and 2023 resulted in losses of $25,000 and $30,000, respectively, according to Mounties.
Mission RCMP advise caution when sending funds online and recommend spreading awareness about these scams to help others stay safe.