Steinbach Credit Union member warns others after scammer steals $10K
A Winnipeg mother, whose bank account was drained of nearly $10,000, is calling on Steinbach Credit Union (SCU) to warn its members about what she believes is a security issue. The woman, who wishes to remain anonymous, claims a scammer gained access to her account by impersonating SCU staff. She was informed an investigation would take four to six weeks before her money could be returned.
The woman says the way SCU handled the situation was "abhorrent" and that she would have no money if she were a newcomer, recent immigrant or young single mother. SCU stated they take member security seriously and are currently unaware of any broader compromise of their systems.
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