RICHMOND RCMP on Tuesday issued a warning after it received three separate reports involving possible fake jewelry schemes in just one day.

Police said that they were making people aware of some of the techniques fraudsters have been reported to use to ensure their attempts will not be successful.

In some instances, the suspect approaches people and offers to sell fake jewelry in exchange for money.

In other instances, the suspect handles a piece of personal jewelry of a person and switches it with a less valuable item when they hand it back to them.

“Do not let strangers handle your personal items. And also, be suspicious of someone approaching you on the street offering to sell you jewelry for a low price. Regardless of their explanation, do not offer to buy from these people. Walk away and report this incident to your local police,” said Cpl. Kenneth Lau.

Anyone with information regarding this type of criminal activity is asked to contact their police of jurisdiction. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit them online at www.solvecrime.ca.