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Scam for elders

Community Warning

A scam happened to my mom today around 11:30 AM at Walmart

Supercentre (Tamarack).

A woman of Egyptian descent approached my mom and said "You remind me of my mother." She then gave her a hug. During the hug she removed my mom's gold necklace, which was a gift we gave her for her 70th birthday.

Please be aware of this distraction theft and watch out for elderly family members. If someone approaches you like this, keep your distance and protect your belongings.

If anyone else

experienced something similar in the area, please share.

Posted Mar 14, 2026, 3:29 AM UTC

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