Scammers target shoppers with fake $500 gift cards, police warn

Scammers target shoppers with fake $500 gift cards, police warn

Gift cards placed on vehicles in a Massachusetts shopping plaza parking lot this week were, in fact, too good to be true, according to police.

Whether it's about an alleged burglary series or an alleged investigation against you yourself, if the police call, it's a shocking moment. But mostly there are fraudsters behind it.

Beware of scammers posing as MHA officers: Police

The scammers will try to get the victim's personal information or ask for money to be transferred. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Saanich Police warn of fraudulent calls impersonating officers

The callers have reportedly been asking for financial information

The Police Regional Office 7 (PRO-7) is warning the public about a scam in which scammers impersonate the Chief PNP or other police officers to deceive the public. These scammers use text messages or phone calls to ask for money, personal favors, or attempt to defraud through fake legal charges. PRO-7 has received numerous complaints about this modus operandi, in which the scammer calls or texts a person, pretends to be a police officer, and ask…

Scammers Targeting The Elderly At ATMs In Santa Clarita, LASD Warns

Scammers have targeted elderly individuals at ATMs in Santa Clarita, using distraction tactics to steal debit cards. Due to an increase in thefts, officials with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s station are showing how scammers work to trick victims and offer tips to avoid having your personal information stolen.  A scammer offers “help” or claims ... The post Scammers Targeting The Elderly At ATMs In Santa Clarita, LASD Warns appeared first o…