RCMP are warning the public about an email scam currently in circulation.
The scammer claims to be a member of the RCMP investigating online sex-related offences against young people.
RCMP in Sheshatshiu received a report on Monday from someone who received a scam email. The scammer suggested that the recipient of the email was under investigation for sex offences against a young person, indicating that they will be found guilty.
The email then asks the recipient to contact an email address that RCMP say is not associated with their organization.
RCMP say the message is a scam and findings of guilt are determined through a court process, and not by police.
Anyone who may receive a similar email is asked to contact their local police or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.