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FBI Issues Alert On Imposter Scam Phone Calls FBI Issues Alert On Imposter Scam Phone Calls
FBI Issues Alert On Imposter Scam Phone Calls The FBI and U.S. Marshals Service are warning Americans to be on alert following a recent rash of phony phone calls from opportunistic fraudsters. National law enforcement agencies issued an alert warning of several recent reports of imposter scams involving individuals claiming to be U.S. marshals, court officers, or other law enforcement officials. During the calls, officials said that scammers attempt to collect a fine in lieu of arrest for failing to report for jury duty or various other offenses. They then tell victims they can avoid arrest by purchasing a prepaid debit card and read t…

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DA Calls For Immediate Action To Stem Mail Thefts In Westchester DA Calls For Immediate Action To Stem Mail Thefts In Westchester
DA Calls For Immediate Action To Stem Mail Thefts In Westchester Related story: Pair Caught With Over 100 Pieces Of Stolen Mail In Tarrytown Westchester County District Attorney Anthony A. Scarpino, Jr. is calling on members of Congress to pressure the U.S. Postal Service to focus its attention and manpower on ending the rash of mail theft in communities throughout the county. Scarpino sent letters to Sen. Charles Schumer, Sen. Kristen Gillibrand, Rep. Nita Lowey and Rep. Elliot Engel this week after police in Yonkers, Mount Vernon, White Plains, Tarrytown, Harrison, Purchase, Bronxville, New Rochelle, North Castle and other communities have been investi…

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Urgent Consumer Alert For New Phone Scam Issued By State AG Urgent Consumer Alert For New Phone Scam Issued By State AG
Urgent Consumer Alert For New Phone Scam Issued By State AG New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has issued an urgent consumer alert following a rash of reports of a new scam that is making the rounds, targeting New Yorkers. Schneiderman issued the alert on Thursday afternoon, cautioning consumers that there have been reports of a new scam involving opportunistic fraudsters impersonating the Chinese Consulate, demanding payment for a package or to prevent punishment from the office. According to Schneiderman, his office recently received a report that New York consumers were receiving calls from someone falsely claiming to be a representative…

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Alert Issued For Door-To-Door Westchester Scam Alert Issued For Door-To-Door Westchester Scam
Alert Issued For Door-To-Door Westchester Scam Law enforcement officials in Westchester are cautioning homeowners to be wary of opportunistic scammers who have been reportedly been going door-to-door attempting to take advantage of local residents and obtain sensitive information. The White Plains Department of Public Safety issued an alert this week to residents following multiple reports of alleged scammers going door-to-door claiming to represent “ESCO”, asking to see their Con Edison Bills, officials said, warning that it’s an ongoing scam to attempt to obtain account numbers and other personal information to defraud the customer. I…

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by Zak Failla