At least one person in Woodstock has fallen victim to what is commonly known as the "Microsoft Scam"
WOODSTOCK - Police are warning the public about a computer virus scam making the rounds in the area.
Police responded to two calls in Woodstock where people were called from someone pretending to work for Microsoft. The man told the potential victims that there computer had a virus and he needed access to the computer and debit card number to authorize a $400 payment to fix the problem. Woodstock Police are reminding the public that this is a scam and Microsoft will never call you about a potential problem with your computer. If you receive this call please hang up and call police.
In one case locally a person did pay $280 online to "fix" their computer. Police are advising people not to give out any personal information over the phone or online and to contact Police or www.antifraudcentre.ca. if you are concerned about a potential fraud.

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