The Grande Prairie RCMP is asking for help from the public in locating an individual in possession of a black, 1997 BMW Z3 that was purchased sometime in August of this year in the Grande Prairie area.
According to police, the vehicle was advertised through a social media sales platform, and through an investigation into a report of a stolen vehicle, law enforcement believes the individual who purchased the vehicle may be a victim of fraud.
As a result, the RCMP is reminding residents to follow some simple safety tips to protect themselves from online fraud when shopping on the web or on social media.
Police say knowing the market value of a potential purchase, locating and verifying the seller’s contact information, using payment methods with fraud protection, picking up the item in person, and looking at customer reviews can make the difference between getting scammed and making a legitimate purchase.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Grande Prairie RCMP at (780)-830-5701 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
