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Police are reporting that numerous residents have lost money due to scams this holiday season
More area residents have been swindled and scammed recently and police are looking to warn the public, so you don’t become another victim.
During the Holiday Season in particular, Westport Police Chief Keith Pelletier wants you to be mindful of telephone scams after local residents have become victim to them.
“Officers have been taking numerous reports from within the community of people giving away their hard-earned money. Some of these scams are threating calls from the IRS, fake charity appeals, lottery winning scams, a family member in peril, payments through gift cards and the list goes on. Please do not give money to ANYONE unless you personally know who they are, and you deliver to an established location. Keep you and your wallet safe. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!”
If you believe you may be getting scammed, contact your local police department.
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