Posted on May 18, 2018
Author Anita Goodan, WKVI
Indiana State Police Troopers in the Lowell District are warning residents that scammers are using the Lowell District’s phone number to steal personal information and money.
According to the Indiana State Police, the scammers are portraying police officers and telling residents that jury duty was missed and an arrest warrant has been issued. The scammers may also call saying that taxes are owed to the IRS or that a grandchild is in jail and needs money to be bailed out of jail. In any case, the scammer will ask you to send money via pre-paid debit card or wire transfer.
State Police Troopers encourage people to ignore phone calls where a demand for money is made. If you receive such a call from a person whose identity is unclear, call the police or call the agency identified by the caller. If there is a question about an arrest warrant or if a certain person is in jail, call the police.
Police urge residents never to give out private information such as date of birth, social security number, or credit card numbers over the phone. Don’t be pressured into making a hasty decision over the phone and always think twice before sending money by prepaid card or wire transfer.
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Wednesday, January 10, 2018
Residents Notify Officials of Fraudulent NIPSCO Calls
Posted on January 10, 2018
Author Anita Goodan, WKVI
NIPSCO officials are warning customers that calls are being made by unknown callers claiming to be affiliated with NIPSCO.
According to officials, the callers are contacting customers demanding payment through a prepaid card. The calls are fraudulent.
NIPSCO encourages people to hang up and call their office to inquire about a billing statement. If you are not sure about a phone call email, program offer or person claiming to be affiliated with NIPSCO, call the 24-hour Customer Care Center at 1-800-464-7726.
Never give out your personal information to unconfirmed sources. NIPSCO will not ask for a pre-paid debit card or money gram as a payment method for service.
NIPSCO employees always carry photo ID badges and will gladly show identification when asked.
Author Anita Goodan, WKVI
NIPSCO officials are warning customers that calls are being made by unknown callers claiming to be affiliated with NIPSCO.
According to officials, the callers are contacting customers demanding payment through a prepaid card. The calls are fraudulent.
NIPSCO encourages people to hang up and call their office to inquire about a billing statement. If you are not sure about a phone call email, program offer or person claiming to be affiliated with NIPSCO, call the 24-hour Customer Care Center at 1-800-464-7726.
Never give out your personal information to unconfirmed sources. NIPSCO will not ask for a pre-paid debit card or money gram as a payment method for service.
NIPSCO employees always carry photo ID badges and will gladly show identification when asked.
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
IRS Reminds Seniors to Beware of Scam Phone Calls This Tax Season
Posted on March 29, 2017
Author Michael Gallenberger, WKVI
Senior citizens are reminded to be alert for scam phone calls this tax season. Scammers go to great lengths to sound like they’re from the Internal Revenue Service, but they’re not. For example, they may use fake names or badge numbers, and may also use a fake caller ID number.
The caller may tell victims they owe money to the IRS and have to pay it through a prepaid debit card or wire transfer. The scammer may threaten the victim with arrest if they don’t pay.
On the other hand, they may also tell victims they have a refund due, but they need to share some private information first. IRS officials say the calls can be frightening or intimidating, but that’s not how the IRS does business. They say to avoid getting scammed out of hundreds or thousands of dollars, the best thing to do is just hang up.
Later this spring, four outside agencies will be authorized to contact taxpayers, as part of a new private debt collection program. However, the IRS will provide written notice before transferring someone’s account to a private collection agency. The agency itself will then send a second letter.
The IRS reminds taxpayers that it will never demand immediate payment using a specific payment method like a prepaid debit card, gift card, or wire transfer. The IRS will also never threaten to immediately bring in local police to arrest a taxpayer or ask for credit and debit card numbers over the phone.
Author Michael Gallenberger, WKVI
Senior citizens are reminded to be alert for scam phone calls this tax season. Scammers go to great lengths to sound like they’re from the Internal Revenue Service, but they’re not. For example, they may use fake names or badge numbers, and may also use a fake caller ID number.
The caller may tell victims they owe money to the IRS and have to pay it through a prepaid debit card or wire transfer. The scammer may threaten the victim with arrest if they don’t pay.
On the other hand, they may also tell victims they have a refund due, but they need to share some private information first. IRS officials say the calls can be frightening or intimidating, but that’s not how the IRS does business. They say to avoid getting scammed out of hundreds or thousands of dollars, the best thing to do is just hang up.
Later this spring, four outside agencies will be authorized to contact taxpayers, as part of a new private debt collection program. However, the IRS will provide written notice before transferring someone’s account to a private collection agency. The agency itself will then send a second letter.
The IRS reminds taxpayers that it will never demand immediate payment using a specific payment method like a prepaid debit card, gift card, or wire transfer. The IRS will also never threaten to immediately bring in local police to arrest a taxpayer or ask for credit and debit card numbers over the phone.
Tuesday, January 27, 2015
North Judson Police Get Reports of Scam Phone Calls
Published: January 27, 2015
By: Anita Goodan, WKVI
Officers from the North Judson Police Department warn residents that scams are making the rounds.
Several complaints have been made about a caller posing as a Social Security or an IRS worker looking for information and requesting account numbers. Police have also received information that people are posing as other county officers are calling residents asking for bail money for a loved one. Other calls have been reported involving a police detective looking for information about a warrant. If the resident puts up bail money immediately, then the arrest warrant would not be carried out.
North Judson officers stress that police officers would not make these types of phone calls at any time.
They encourage residents to be very cautious about giving out any personal information during an unsolicited phone call. If the phone call sounds suspicious, hang up and notify the police. Social Security information and bank account information should not be given to anyone over the phone.
For more information or to report a scam, call the North Judson Police Department at (574) 772-5914.
By: Anita Goodan, WKVI
Officers from the North Judson Police Department warn residents that scams are making the rounds.
Several complaints have been made about a caller posing as a Social Security or an IRS worker looking for information and requesting account numbers. Police have also received information that people are posing as other county officers are calling residents asking for bail money for a loved one. Other calls have been reported involving a police detective looking for information about a warrant. If the resident puts up bail money immediately, then the arrest warrant would not be carried out.
North Judson officers stress that police officers would not make these types of phone calls at any time.
They encourage residents to be very cautious about giving out any personal information during an unsolicited phone call. If the phone call sounds suspicious, hang up and notify the police. Social Security information and bank account information should not be given to anyone over the phone.
For more information or to report a scam, call the North Judson Police Department at (574) 772-5914.
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