By Trelle Burdeniuk

Saskatoon woman steals by posing as a charity worker

Jul 8, 2011 | 7:19 AM

A Saskatoon woman has been fraudulently canvassing for a charity she does not work for, then pockets the donations.

The woman wears a t-shirt with the charity's name on it when she asks people to donate.

Constable TishaRae Stonehouse with the Saskatoon police said this type of incident is common because people tend to be generous when giving to charity.

“Saskatoon is known for that goodheartedness. That's why this type of fraud is so easily conducted and the persons responsible easily get away with it,” said Stonehouse.

Police urge citizens to report people that look suspicious.

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“We really encourage people if there is any doubt, for whatever reason, trust your instincts and contact the charity directly or the Saskatoon Police Service to report the incident,” said Stonehouse.

Police won’t release the name of the charity the woman falsely represents for fear of tainting their reputation.

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