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Hawaii Island Police Warn About Phone Scam Using Real Officers’ Names | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Scammers impersonate Hawaii Police officers to extort money by falsely alleging missed court appearances, pressuring victims to pay via gift cards, Hawaii Police say.

Summary by Star Advertiser
Hawaii island police officials are warning the public about a widespread phone scam in which callers falsely identify themselves as police officers, using the names of actual department personnel.

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Hawaii Tribune-Herald broke the news in on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
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