Find Your Daily Voice
Harrison
Your Local News for Harrison, New York
Saturday, apr 27
44°
Follow
News
Schools
Business
Obituaries
Police & Fire
Weather
Lifestyle
Politics
Sports
Traffic
Real Estate
Tags
Jobs
Shop
Support Us
Harrison
Follow
Find Your Daily Voice
News
Schools
Business
Obituaries
Police & Fire
Weather
Lifestyle
Politics
Sports
Traffic
Real Estate
Tags
Jobs
Shop
Support Us
Home
About us
All sites
Advertise with us
Contact us
Terms of use
Privacy policy
Code of ethics
Site Map
© 2024 Cantata Media
44°
Saturday, apr 27
Tag:
Scams
Police & Fire
Unlicensed 'Contractors' Soliciting Business In Rye: Police
A police department in Westchester is warning residents to be wary of unlicensed contractors going door-to-door in an attempt to solicit large upfront payments. In an announcement on Thursday, April 11, the City of Rye Police Department issued a warning to residents concerning the unlicensed "contractors" that have been seen in the city. According to police, the contractors will knock on residents' doors and claim they happened to be in the neighborhood. They will then offer to perform work such as sealing driveways, building new steps, or other similar jobs. The fraudste…
Police & Fire
Don't Fall For It: Driveway Paving Scams On Rise In NY
Police are warning of an uptick in scammers hoping to take advantage of the warmer spring weather. Each year, agencies across the country see an increase in complaints about fraudsters who bait homeowners with driveway paving services, according to the North Greenbush Police Department in New York. “As the trees sprout leaf buds and the daffodils peek out of their underground hiding, so must the scam artists offering to pave or sealcoat your driveway for the low low price of only five times what it would cost for a legitimate business to do it,” the agency said on Facebook. “And they must b…
Police & Fire
2 Unlicensed Scammers Performing Substandard House Work Nabbed In Westchester: Police
Two unlicensed workers were taken into custody after returning to perform substandard work in a Northern Westchester neighborhood, police announced. New, updated report - Update: More Details Emerge About Unlicensed Contractors Nabbed In Yorktown: Police The events leading up to the arrests began in Yorktown on Tuesday morning, March 19, when the Westchester County Department of Consumer Protection staged resources in the area of Curry Street and Jefferson Court after receiving reports of a scam involving unlicensed workers. According to Yorktown Police, the two workers returned…
Police & Fire
Scammer Posing As Pastor, Asking For Gift Cards In Hudson Valley, Police Warn
Authorities in the region are warning residents to be aware of a scammer who has been posing as a pastor to convince victims to send them gift cards. The Putnam County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating several incidents of the scam, authorities announced. According to the Sheriff's Office, the scheme consists of a scammer calling residents and pretending to be a pastor from an unidentified church in Carmel. The scammer will then ask the victims to send them gift cards by taking pictures of the ID numbers with their cellphones, sheriff's deputies said. Anyone wh…
News
New Yorkers At Risk Of Scam Calls, Attorney General Warns
As New Yorkers across the state report being contacted by scammers impersonating their banks, officials are cautioning consumers to keep their eyes peeled. In a statement on Friday, Oct. 27, NY Attorney General Letitia James provided tips to avoid getting scammed by callers pretending to be bank or government officials. “Scammers claiming to be a trusted bank, or any institution relied on for financial services, can seriously harm New Yorkers by taking their money and their personal information,” she said. James said the Office of the Attorney General has been receiving calls from New Y…
Police & Fire
Be Wary Of New Scams Involving Law Enforcement In Hudson Valley
With scams everywhere today, even police departments can be used to get money from unsuspecting or vulnerable people. The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office warns of a new scam circulating that involves scammers posing as law enforcement. In at least one case the scammer posed as a sergeant and sent the victim a text implying that they owe $5,000, said Capt. John Watterson of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office. "If you receive a text or message similar to this one it is most assuredly a scam; delete it immediately and do not follow the instructions in it or click …
News
4 Scammers Caught After Trying To Steal Thousands From Victims In Westchester: DA
Four scammers were caught in the same week in Westchester after posing as victims' relatives or friends to try and steal thousands of dollars from them, officials said. The four individuals who were arrested were allegedly participating in schemes known as "grandparent scams," in which a scammer will pose as a victim's relative or friend in need of urgent assistance, Westchester County District Attorney Miriam Rocah announced on Wednesday, April 26. The scams usually target elderly victims, Rocah said. Earlier Report - Scammer Poses As Victim's Friend, Asks for $15K, Get…
Police & Fire
Police Department In Westchester Investigating Separate Scams In Matter Of Days
Police in Northern Westchester are investigating three scams that came to the department's attention within a matter of days. The incidents took place in Croton-on-Hudson beginning on Thursday, Aug. 18 with the last being reported on Monday, Aug. 22. During the first incident, a resident reported receiving multiple FedEx notices in the mail from what appeared to be her mortgage company requesting her banking information, the department reported. The woman contacted her mortgage company, who said that they did not request such information. The resident did not provide her information but wa…
Police & Fire
Police Issue New Warning For 'Difficult To Investigate' Scams
Police are warning the public about a new increase in scams that are "difficult to investigate." The scams, which take place all over the country, have also been reported region. "Even though the police may be made aware of these types of cases, they can be difficult to investigate because many times the suspects are in another country or quickly leave the scene where very little suspect information is available," the Trumbull Police Department in Fairfield County, Connecticut, said. Here's a list of the types of scams: The caller claimed to be a family member that has an illness or was …
News
Authorities Warn Hudson Valley Residents About Post-Storm Scams
State and local authorities are warning Hudson Valley residents who were impacted by the recent Nor'easter to be careful of scams when it comes to repairs or cleanup. New York's Attorney General Letitia James has put out a warning to residents and is asking them to be careful of scammers who are taking advantage of those in need. She offered the following tips to help keep scammers at bay: Never pay the full price upfront: Establish a payment schedule and adhere to it and withhold final payment until the entire project is completed to your satisfaction and all required insp…
Police & Fire
Don't Fall For Them: State Police Issue Alert On Scams Asking For Large Sums Of Money
Police have issued an alert about recent scams targeting residents for large sums of money in New York State. In the past month, state police in Columbia County have been investigating reports of a scam where callers pretend that the victim's grandchild or relative has been arrested and a bail bondsman needs to be paid, New York State Police reported. Police said in certain cases, as much as $30,000 has been requested. In a recent incident, victims left $12,000 outside of their home to be picked up. Victims have also sent the money through the mail. State Police said scammers have also re…
Lifestyle
Police In Hudson Valley Issue Alert For Amazon, Fake Order Scams
Police agencies in the Hudson Valley are cautioning homeowners to be on alert following a recent rise in scams involving fake emails and Amazon orders. The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office issued an alert on Thursday, Aug. 19 to advise residents of Dutchess County and surrounding areas about scams that once again seem to be on the rise. According to law enforcement officials, the latest scam involves victims receiving an email about an order they’ve placed with a number to call with questions, and because they never placed an order the victim calls the number to speak with someone. …
Business
Hundreds Of Unexpected Amazon Packages Delivered To Home In New York
Hundreds of unexpected and unwanted packages from Amazon were sent to a New York home as part of what could potentially be a scam, officials said. Dozens of boxes arrived daily from Amazon, UPS and FedEx were delivered to upstate New York resident Jillian Canaan recently, despite her and her family not ordering any packages. According to WIVB-TV, Canaan, who runs a studio in the Buffalo area, initially believed that the packages could be for the family’s studio, but upon closer inspection, she found that while it was her home address listed on the boxes, it wasn’t in her name. Inside the …
News
Covid-
19: Beware Of These Vaccine, Stimulus Scams, NY Attorney General Says
Opportunistic fraudsters have been taking advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic recently, prompting Attorney General Letitia James to issue a warning to New Yorkers. James said that New Yorkers should remain vigilant about scams related to the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically vaccine and stimulus check schemes that have become more prevalent as the country combats the spread of the virus. “As more New Yorkers become eligible for the vaccine that will help prevent the spread of the disease and a new round of stimulus payments are sent out to combat the economic fallout of the pandemic, scammers…
News
Covid-
19: Beware Of These Five New Scammer Tactics, Utility Companies Warn
With the United States crossing a grim milestone as the COVID-19 death toll topped 500,000, utility companies are cautioning about new scams that have arisen in the past year as opportunistic fraudsters look to take advantage of the pandemic. Utility companies across the country have issued alerts regarding new scams as they seek to allow their customers to protect themselves from scammers exploiting the COVID-19 outbreak. According to officials, one of the largest threats involves scammers aggressively threatening to disconnect service, claiming that bills are past due, unless a payment is…
News
State Police Issue Alert For Pet Scam
New York State Police have received multiple calls from people scammed out of hundreds of dollars after answering classified ads for purebred puppies for sale. Victims report after answering the ad, the suspects provide a photo of the breed they are looking for and arrange a deposit to be paid, said Trooper James O’Callaghan. Once the deposit is cleared, the victim is provided an address, which does not exist, to pick up their puppy. Recently, these fake addresses have been in the St. Lawrence County area. State Police warn the public of some common themes in this scam: The…
News
Here Are Four Ways To Avoid Stimulus Check Scams
Consumer protection and law enforcement agencies are warning people to be wary of scams associated with stimulus checks. To avoid scammers, the Department of Consumer Protection is circulating tips on how to identify, stop, and/or report fraudsters going after stimulus checks. The second round of stimulus checks to help Americans deal with an economy hampered by COVID-19 began arriving in people’s mailboxes and direct-deposit accounts in late December. Single people will get $600, a married couple will get $1,200, and there will be an additional $600 per child to families. Everyone who qual…
News
Covid-
19: Beware Of These Vaccine Scams, FBI, DOJ Warn
Scammers are using the arrival of COVID-19 vaccines in the United States to trick people into paying for doses or early access that never comes, federal authorities are warning. As COVID-19 vaccines become more available, there has been a spike in scams seeking to exploit people’s desire to protect themselves and their loved ones from the virus, according to the U.S. Department of Justice as well as local police departments and other law enforcement agencies. “Members of the public should be suspicious of unexpected or unsolicited contact from anyone unknown to them claiming to have inform…
News
Covid-
19: Alert Issued For Fake Mask Exempt Cards Being Sold Online
While mask-wearing amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has become politicized, federal officials are cautioning of a new scam for fraudulent face mask exempt flyers that have been circulating online. The Department of Justice has issued a warning of a card that has been circulating online which falsely claims its holder is exempt from wearing a mask - contrary to local, state, and federal mandates. The cards are purportedly from the “Freedom to Breathe Agency” - which is not an official federal or state agency - and states that wearing a mask will incur mental or physical risk fo…
News
Here's How You Can Avoid Being Reeled In By Mail Fishing
Though it’s not officially fishing season, police are cautioning area residents to be wary of scammers going “fishing” in United States Postal Service mailboxes. Law enforcement agencies in the tri-state area issued alerts warning of scammers who have been making the rounds “fishing” in USPS mailboxes in an attempt to steal checks and personal information. Police said that “mail fishing” is a crime that involves thieves using a weighted object that is attached to a string or wire and covered in a sticky substance to retrieve mail from out of postal boxes. According to police, “‘mail fisher…
News
Covid-
19: Here Are Do's, Don'ts To Avoid Virus-Related Scams, Westchester DA Says
Officials in Westchester are warning residents to protect themselves and be wary of schemers looking to take advantage of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Westchester County District Attorney Anthony Scarpino, Jr., issued a warning for area residents this week following an uptick in scams related to the COVID-19 outbreak over the past few months. “As this crisis continues, the FBI and other law enforcement agencies are seeing more scams related to federal coronavirus stimulus payments as well as bogus COVID-19-related products and treatments for sale, charities, and frau…
News
Covid-
19: Beware Of Scammers Posing As Contact Tracers, FTC Says
Some opportunistic fraudsters are taking advantage of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis by posing as contact tracers hired by the state to obtain personal information and money. Since the outbreak began, state officials have stressed the importance of ramping up COVID-19 testing, then tracing the people they’ve come into contact with, and isolating those people. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “contact tracing, a core disease control measure employed by local and state health department personnel for decades, is a key strategy for preventing further spread…
News
Covid-
19: Alert Issued For Testing, Supply, Other New Scams
The United States Postal Inspection Service is warning consumers to be wary of opportunistic fraudsters looking to take advantage of fear-mongering during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. An alert was issued by the USPIS due to scammers who have “identified the public’s concern as a target for scams and fraud.” Current scams that have been reported include testing scams, supply scams, provider scams, app scams and investment scams, each of which is designed to convince targets to hand over money during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to USPIS, to protect oneself from COVID-19 sca…
Lifestyle
Covid-
19: Be Aware Of These Scams, Police Say
Police agencies in the area are cautioning residents to be vigilant and wary of potential scams surrounding the fear of the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19). There have been reports of: Individuals and businesses selling fake cures for COVID-19 online and engaging in other forms of fraud. Phishing emails from entities posing as the World Health Organization or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Malicious websites and apps that appear to share virus-related information to gain and lock access to your devices until payment is received. Seeking donations fraudulently for ille…
Politics
Covid-
19: Stop Selling Bogus 'Coronavirus-Killing' Devices, State AG Tells Scammers
The New York Attorney General is striking back against scammers who have been marketing and selling phony “novel coronavirus-killing” devices. Three companies have allegedly been misrepresenting to consumers that COVID-19 is a primarily airborne disease and that its air purifiers can effectively prevent people from contracting the virus by removing the virus particles from the air. On Thursday, March 26, James announced that she ordered AllerAir Industries, Airpura Industries, and Sylvane, Inc., to cease and desist marketing their products as tools that can prevent the spread of the v…
News
Covid-
19 Scams: Texts, Emails Promise Updates On Latest Cases
The global outbreak of the novel strain of coronavirus (COVID-19) has led to a rash of new scams from fear-mongering fraudsters, officials warned. Scams ranging from texts and emails from scammers posing as health officials and other professionals to others brewing up phony vaccines and cleaning cocktails have become more prevalent in the weeks since the COVID-19 outbreak, the United States Attorney General’s Office announced. According to the FTC, to help weed out scammers, the organization has issued a joint statement with the FDA to seven sellers of unapproved and misbranded products, cl…
Lifestyle
Covid-
19: Justice Department Issues Alert For These Scams
The United States Justice Department of Justice is warning the public to be wary of opportunistic fraudsters who have been fear-mongering in the wake of fears of coronavirus. Attorney General William Barr issued an alert warning of fraud schemes related to the COVID-19 outbreak, as he begins to investigate and prosecute scammers. According to Barr, he has directed United States attorneys to prioritize and investigate the prosecution of coronavirus-related fraud schemes. Each has been directed to appoint a Coronavirus Fraud Coordinator to serve as the legal counsel for the federal judicial d…
News
Don't Fall For It: Beware Of These Coronavirus Scams
The outbreak of the Novel coronavirus has also led to the outbreak of new scams by opportunistic fear mongers who are looking to take advantage of the spreading panic surrounding the virus. As of Tuesday, Feb. 21, the World Health Organization (WHO) said there has been 76,769 cases of coronavirus throughout the world, with the risk assessment remaining “high” on a global level. Fifteen cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the United States. The fear and concern about the fast-spreading virus has opened the door for fraudsters who are taking advantage of the situation with a variety o…
News
Fraud Alert: You Are Not Being Drafted, US Army Says
The U.S. Army is still the place where one can “be all that you can be,” but no draft is coming to the country, despite a string of fraudulent messages that have been sent out nationwide by scammers. An alert was issued by the U.S. Army Recruiting Command this week warning of a series of fraudulent text messages that have been making the rounds informing some individuals that they’ve been selected for an upcoming military draft and will face fines or jail time if they don't comply. The Army said that they’ve received multiple calls and emails in recent weeks regarding the fake messages, and…
Police & Fire
Imposters Selling English Courses Target Immigrant Community In Westchester
An alert has been issued in Westchester warning of opportunistic fraudsters who are targeting Spanish and Hispanic immigrant communities selling high-priced English language courses. The Yonkers Police Department has received information that scammers have been targeting immigrant communities, and if the target of the fraud refuses to pay, they are threatened with false reports to immigration officials if they don’t send along money. Police said that members of the community “are reminded to never engage in financial transactions with unknown people over the telephone, and to simply hang up…
Police & Fire
Two Charged With Scamming Area Couple Out Of Thousands
Two men are facing charges after duping an elderly couple out of thousands of dollars by pretending their grandson was in jail. New York State Police investigators from Orange County responded to a residence in Wawayanda earlier this year, for a report of a “grandparent bail bond scam.” Police said that the couple received a call from someone alleging to be their grandson, stating that he had been arrested and needed bail money. The couple was then put into contact with an alleged attorney who advised that he needed $8,700 in cash to bail their grandson out of jail. They were t…
1
2
Archive
44°
