‘It felt awful’: Montreal senior loses $25,000 after scammer posed as her bank on phone call

A Montreal senior lost $25,000 to a scammer who posed as a bank representative over the phone. The scammer convinced her of fraudulent transactions, leading her to transfer funds to a fake account for 'protection'. The victim felt shocked and upset, noting the scam's sophistication and the difficulty in distinguishing it from legitimate bank procedures. Authorities are reminding the public to remain vigilant and verify the identity of callers before sharing personal information.