Montreal police said they had stopped five people in a recent wave of distraction flights in which the elderly were targeted for their jewelry.
The question has increased in recent months in recent months, with police services across the country – notably Vancouver, Ottawa and Toronto – warning citizens of practice earlier this year.
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The Montreal police said three men in the thirties and forty and two women in mid-Tentaine were arrested last week, adding that three of them appeared to theft of less than $ 5,000 while the other two were released with conditions and will appear on a later date.
According to the police, thieves have used a false claim to approach their alleged victim, such as requesting instructions, then offer a collar or a ring without value as a sign of appreciation.
In doing so, they would steal the jewelry carried by the victim before quickly leaving the area in a vehicle.
Montreal police have said that the elderly should be vigilant and stay alert around all foreigners, notify physical contacts and refuse any gift offered.
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