If you get a threatening e-mail with the subject line “LIVE OR DIE?”, it’s part of a new scam Timmins Police is shedding light upon.

Police say in the email, “the sender claims to be a hit man who has been paid to kill the recipient, unless money is handed over.”

“his has been identified as a ‘phishing’ scam, in which the sender is attempting to gather personal information such as bank account numbers, credit card numbers, or passwords,” police state.

As well, police say other frauds like the “Grandparent scam” are still making the rounds.

“In this instance,” police add, “Individuals call the would-be victim, impersonating a grandchild or loved one, stating they are in trouble and funds are needed. The sender then convinces the victim to wire funds to a specific account.”

Police would like to inform residents not to disclose personal information through the phone, or email.”

“Even if emails are received from organizations that appear legitimate, for example a bank or tax agency, the public is advised to verify the legitimacy of the email, or simply delete the email without responding.”

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