Quebec Police Arrest 10 Over Alleged Grandparent Scams Linked to Organized Crime

A Surete du Quebec emblem is seen on an officer’s uniform in Montreal, on Aug. 22, 2023. The Canadian Press/Christinne Muschi

Quebec provincial police say they have arrested 10 people in connection with an alleged grandparent fraud scheme linked to organized crime.

Sgt. Catherine Bernard says officers are still looking for another three suspects as part of an operation today targeting the alleged fraud network operating in the greater Montreal area.