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OPP Warns Of “Smishing” Fraud Text Scam Targeting Ontarians

Cybercriminals are ramping up text-based scams to steal personal and banking information. This tactic, known as “smishing”, a combination of “SMS” (short message service) and phishing, relies on deceptive text messages to trick recipients into clicking malicious links or calling fraudulent numbers. Smishing messages often appear to come from financial […]

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Essex County OPP Welcome New K9 Team

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is introducing a new K9 team to Essex County. Provincial Constable Brett Holland is a 5-year veteran with the OPP, having started his policing career at the Upper Ottawa Valley detachment. K9 “Vinny” is a 2-year-old Belgian Malinois originating from Belgium. Vinny’s training qualifications include […]

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OPP Shut Down Illegal Cannabis Storefront In Leamington

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has shut down an illegal cannabis storefront in Leamington and arrested an individual for offences under the Criminal Code (CC) and Cannabis Act (CA). On November 6, 2024, the Essex County OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the OPP-led Provincial Joint Forces Cannabis Enforcement Team (PJFCET), […]