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Calgary Duo Charged in Costco Fraud Scheme | Calgary News
Two Calgary residents are facing nearly 200 charges after allegedly orchestrating a brazen Costco fraud scheme, swapping barcodes on high-end electronics for cheaper ones over two months. Police busted them in a August raid, uncovering stolen goods, counterfeit credit card equipment, skimmers, receipt printers, and over $6,000 in suspected meth, scales, and packaging. The woman, 41, faces 70 charges; the man, 39, faces 119 — including identity theft, fraud, and drug trafficking. Authorities warn the public to stay vigilant and report suspicious activity, emphasizing that even clever scams…
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