TORONTO -- The Ontario Provincial Police is offering tips for anyone who has been a victim of fraud or a scam.
So far this year Canadians have lost more than $43-million to cybercriminals according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
Police are urging anyone who has been a victim of a scam to come forward even if it may be embarrassing.
Police say the romance scam is one of the most under reported scams.
Last year alone $23-million was lost to romance scams, but police say the number is likely much higher due to victims not coming forward.
Tips for victims of a scam or fraud:
- Stay calm and contact local police
- Stop all communication with the scammer
- Gather all records and correspondence
- Notify financial institutions that accounts may be affected
- Change passwords to accounts, including social media
- Update computer security software
