The RCMP are reporting that they have received several complaints as of late concerning a recent telephone scam.

The scam begins with an unsolicited phone call in which the caller claims to be from a computer company, such as Microsoft. The caller then offers to repair problems with the household computer through the internet.

If the victim agrees to follow these repair steps, it installs a virus that allows the caller remote access to the computer, where they can get the victims personal information. They may also ask for the victim's credit card information to pay for the service.

Police are advising residents to keep virus software up to date and to be mindful of who is asking for personal information.