Alberta RCMP are looking for other victims as well as the perpetrator of a meat-buying scam after 16 people were allegedly defrauded out of approximately $60,000.
Three Hills RCMP initiated a fraud investigation in December of 2023 involving a meat purchase scam.
“The victim arranged a large meat order with a company named DBL Meats. The company was reported to be based in Kelowna, British Columbia, and was said to provide fresh farm products to customers in Canada,” police said in a release issued Wednesday, Nov. 20.
Police said 16 people e-transferred about $60,000 to the company for products that were not delivered as promised.
“Investigation has determined DBL Meats is not a legitimate company and had fraudulently obtained money from the victims,” police said.
Krysta-Lyn Williams, a 36-year-old female resident of Penticton, British Columbia has been charged with fraud over $5,000. A warrant for her arrest has been issued.
“Three Hills RCMP believes there are more victims of this meat scam,” police said.
Anyone who has been in contact with DBL Meats, is a victim, or has information pertaining to this investigation including Williams’ whereabouts, is asked to contact the Three Hills RCMP at 403-443-5539.
Tipsters wanting to remain anonymous are asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by downloading the secure P3 Mobile App, or by submitting a form online at P3Tips.com.