News & CommentaryPolice Investigating Third ‘Virtual Kidnapping’ in Canada this YearSavePrintSergeant Jason Robillard of the Vancouver Police Department speaks to the press on June 13 about the third case of virtual kidnapping in Canada this year. VPDCarrie Gilkison6/14/2018|Updated: 6/14/2018Vancouver police are investigating the third case of “virtual kidnapping” this year and are raising awareness about the crime to the public.Virtual kidnapping is when someone is made to look like they are kidnapped when they are not, for objectives such as extorting money.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.
Police Investigating Third ‘Virtual Kidnapping’ in Canada this Year
Vancouver police are investigating the third case of “virtual kidnapping” this year and are raising awareness about the crime to the public.
Virtual kidnapping is when someone is made to look like they are kidnapped when they are not, for objectives such as extorting money.