A church volunteer in Guelph, Ontario had their wallet stolen and their credit cards were used fraudulently, according to the Guelph Police.
The incident occurred on April 5, when the volunteer was working at the church. They had left their wallet in a secure area, but when they returned, it was missing.
Upon realizing their wallet was gone, the volunteer immediately contacted their bank to cancel their credit cards. However, it was too late as the cards had already been used to make fraudulent purchases.
The Guelph Police were notified of the incident and have launched an investigation. They are currently reviewing surveillance footage from the church and nearby businesses to identify the suspect.
In the meantime, the police are reminding the public to always keep their personal belongings secure and to be cautious when sharing personal information, such as credit card numbers.
This unfortunate incident serves as a reminder to always be vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect ourselves from fraud and theft. The Guelph Police are urging anyone with information about this incident to come forward and assist with their investigation.
As the investigation continues, the church volunteer is left to deal with the aftermath of having their wallet stolen and their personal information compromised. Let this be a lesson to all of us to be mindful of our surroundings and to take necessary steps to safeguard our belongings.
