Harlan Residents Cautioned About Family Scam Alert
Harlan residents are on alert after a scam targeting families was reported, involving a false plea for bail money. Quick action by local deputies thwarted the plot, but vigilance is key. Read on to learn how to protect your loved ones from this dangerous trend.
Residents of Harlan are urged to be vigilant following a recent scam incident in Shelby County. The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office reported that a local resident was duped into sending money by a scammer posing as a family member in need of bail money after an alleged accident.
The scam involved a call claiming that a child or grandchild had been involved in a serious accident and required immediate financial help. The perpetrator arranged to collect the money in person. Thanks to quick action from the Shelby and Audubon County Sheriff’s deputies, the scammer was apprehended, and the funds were recovered from a motel in Guthrie County.
Law enforcement officials warn that this type of scam has been reported in neighboring counties as well and stress the importance of alerting elderly family members about such schemes. If anyone receives a similar call, they are urged to contact local authorities immediately.
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