A Chilliwack woman says she knew the older gentleman in the store lineup was being scammed.

Suzi Peterson says she spotted the man counting out a big handful of pre-paid gift cards at the local Walmart on Monday.

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Peterson was adamant about not letting this man be taken in by unscrupulous criminals.

The staff member asked him casually why he was buying the cards, and he said it was for the CRA.

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The man still ended up buying one card, but put the rest back.

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In fact, the CRA never demands prepaid cards or banking details. If people get swindled, they should report it to RCMP.

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