Pennsylvania State Police are again warning people to be aware of scammers claiming their loved one is in jail and promising to release them in exchange for cash.
Scammers will usually make contact by phone and claim a loved one (typically a grandchild) is either currently in jail, or faces the possibility of jail, and will even cite specific names. They will then ask for an address where they can pick up the money.
State police offer these tips to protect yourself from this and other scams:
• Don’t feel pressured to provide payment for something or to someone.
• Do not give out sensitive information over the phone.
• NEVER place money in your mailbox or at your doorstep for someone to pick up.
• Do not give remote access to anyone for any of your devices.
• Never make a payment to someone with gift cards – it’s a scam!
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