Toronto police say they believe two Chinese students reported missing this week are the victims of a scam meant to extort large sums from their families. Investigators say they are concerned for the safety of the two international students. They believe the disappearances are linked to a scam in which Chinese students are told to go into hiding and stay off social media or their relatives in China will be hurt. Police say the families are then asked to pay a large ransom. But they said such rackets are not unheard of and typically target the Chinese community.

Source: National Post November 10, 2017 21:11 UTC