Cranbrook RCMP was notified of a person “renting out” a property that they did not own.
On June 26th, 2022, Cranbrook RCMP was alerted to a fake rental scam occurring in the area.
The victim advised RCMP that he had gone online to rent a place in Ontario. He provided the suspect with first and last months rent in the amount of $2800. When the victim then asked to see the residence in person, the suspect ceased all contact.
Members were told that a person using the email markcameron36@yahoo.com was on several sites attempting to rent out an apartment both in Ontario and Cranbrook. The photos for the apartment were the same for the rental residences in both areas. The links for those residences has now expired.
“Scammers are going online, uploading photos of apartments and posing as the owners in order to get cash,” Constable Katie Forgeron says. “We want potential renters to know that they should not give out any money before viewing a property in person and ensuring the person showing the house or apartment proves ownership.”
– From the Cranbrook RCMP
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