Sweepstake Scam
Sunday, July 30th, 2006The letters claim to be from lottery and sweepstake companies in Novia Scotia and Britain. They say the recipient has won a large sum of money, but in order to collect their winnings the victim must send the company a money order to cover fees and taxes.
WPD spokesperson Linda Rawley said, ”Understand that there is no easy money, there is always a catch, and in this case it is so sad because these individuals were taken advantage of.”
Authorities say if you get a letter like this in the mail do some
investigating before you send in any money and call your local law enforcement office to alert them