On March 28, 2025, the Medicine Hat Police Service received a report related to the “fake gold scam.”

In this incident, individuals approached a citizen in retail storeparking lot, claiming to be in distress and in need of money. They stated their debit cards were not working and offered gold jewelry in exchange for cash. The jewelry was presented as being of significant value but is believed to be counterfeit.

The suspects were last seen driving a dark grey 2022–2023 Volvo SUV with Alberta rental or dealer licence plates. The vehicle was reportedly heading out of Medicine Hat on Township Road 120 in Cypress County.

Suspect Descriptions:

Suspect 1:

• Male, approximately 55 years old
• Arab/Middle Eastern descent
• Wearing a suit

• Suspect 2:

• Female, in her 30s
• Arab/Middle Eastern descent
• Wearing a dress

• Suspect 3:

• Male, approximately 30 years old
• Arab/Middle Eastern descent

The Medicine Hat Police Service reminds the public to be cautious of individuals offering high-value items in exchange for cash under urgent or suspicious circumstances.