Hydro-Quebec, the province’s main electricity provider, has reported being defrauded of over $450,000. The company has stated that it is currently working with police to investigate the incident.
According to Hydro-Quebec, the fraud was discovered during a routine audit of their accounts. The company noticed discrepancies in their records and immediately launched an internal investigation. It was then determined that the fraud had been carried out over a period of several months.
The company has not released any details about how the fraud was carried out or who may be responsible. However, they have assured the public that they are taking the matter very seriously and are cooperating fully with the police investigation.
In a statement, Hydro-Quebec emphasized that the safety and security of their customers’ information is of utmost importance to them. They have also reassured their customers that their personal information has not been compromised in any way.
The police investigation is ongoing and no further details have been released at this time. Hydro-Quebec has stated that they will continue to provide updates as the investigation progresses.
This incident serves as a reminder for companies to remain vigilant and regularly review their security measures to prevent fraud and protect their customers’ information. As for Hydro-Quebec, they have stated that they are committed to implementing additional security measures to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
In the meantime, customers are advised to monitor their accounts and report any suspicious activity to Hydro-Quebec immediately. The company has also set up a dedicated hotline for customers with any concerns or questions regarding the fraud.
Hydro-Quebec has expressed their gratitude for the support and understanding of their customers during this time. They remain committed to providing reliable and secure electricity services to the people of Quebec.
