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Bruce County resident scammed for over $20K

An Arran-Elderslie resident is the latest victim of a "romance scam".

South Bruce OPP were alerted to the fraud earlier this week. Police said it appears an overseas woman looking for a spouse began contact with the complainant and slowly worked towards getting money.

The amount lost is estimated to be over $20,000.

Police remind all residents to be cautious with unsolicited email, phone calls, letters, even visitors at your door.

Always be certain who you are dealing with before you ever consider sending money or sharing personal information.

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