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In late November, the Abbotsford Police Department has become aware that social media posts are being circulated that depicted a typed extortion letter and a ‘Law Enforcement Only’ bulletin that contained a photograph of a male in a car whom the police were seeking to identify.
The AbbyPD can confirm that the typed letter which is consistent with evidence in an ongoing investigation is circulating in social media posts. The letter also appears to be consistent with extortion letters received by some businesses in Abbotsford.
It is important to note that the ‘Law Enforcement Only’ bulletin contained a picture of an occupied vehicle, who the AbbyPD at the time wanted to identify. The male pictured in the photo on this bulletin has since been identified and appears to be unrelated to this incident. The factors leading to this ‘Law Enforcement Only’ bulletin being compromised are under investigation.
The AbbyPD Major Crime Unit is investigating cases involving Abbotsford residents and businesses. AbbyPD is in contact with neighbouring police agencies regarding these ongoing investigations.
Anyone who has been contacted for extortion purposes should immediately contact their local police of jurisdiction.
If you have any information, please contact us at 604-859-5225.
Cst. Art Stele
Media Relations Officer
Abbotsford Police Department