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RCMP request public’s help in identifying fraud suspect

Incident at Royal Bank in Westlock involved thousands of dollars
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Westlock RCMP are requesting the public's help in identifying a male suspect, following an incident at the Royal Bank of Canada in Westlock on April 4. Submitted photo

WESTLOCK —  Westlock RCMP are requesting the public’s help to identify a possible suspect, following an fraudulent incident at a local bank in early April involving several thousand dollars.  

On April 4, a male suspect attended the Royal Bank of Canada in Westlock, where he produced false identification and using the security questions of the account holder, was able to obtain a replacement debit card and a new PIN. The suspect then made two withdrawals totaling $7,000.

The suspect is described as:

  • Pale complexion
  • Standing approximately five feet, nine inches
  • Approximately 250 pounds
  • 50+ year-old
  • Bald head
  • Salt and pepper goatee
  • Last seen wearing a red plaid shirt and black jeans.

If anyone has information regarding the theft of the identity of the suspect, they are asked to contact the Westlock RCMP detachment at 780-349-4492, or their local police service. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips .com or by using the "P3 Tips" app. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.

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