Kingston police are warning the public of a scam that has been recently occurring within the community.
Police are advising residents to be on the look out for a family consisting of a man, woman and two t0 three children approaching elderly residents and asking for directions to local hospitals under the pretence of making a charitable donation.
The suspects then offer the victims a gift for their assistance, which consists of costume jewellery. As the suspect places a ring or necklace on their target, they remove the victims existing jewelry without the victim being aware.
The suspects have been driving a grey or pale green four-door small-to-mid-size SUV or hatchback. The incidents have been occurring in parking areas outside grocery stores and shopping centres.
Police are reminding citizens to never allow strangers to put their hands on you or invade your personal space.
If you believe you have been approached by these individuals, please contact Kingston police at 613-549-4660 ext. ‘0’ or report the interaction online at www.kingstonpolice.ca.
