Ann Arbor, MI – Residents across Ann Arbor are being warned today after multiple reports of phone scams involving callers pretending to be Ann Arbor Police Department officers and demanding immediate payment for supposed legal issues.
According to the Ann Arbor Police Department (AAPD), community members reported receiving phone calls from individuals claiming to be law enforcement officials. Police say the callers pressure victims to pay money immediately, often using threats or urgent language tied to fake legal consequences.
AAPD emphasized that these calls are scams and urged anyone who receives one to hang up immediately. Law enforcement agencies do not contact residents by phone to demand money, resolve legal matters, or request payments of any kind.
Police say scammers commonly rely on fear and urgency to convince victims to act quickly before verifying the caller’s identity. Officials warn that once money is sent, it is often difficult or impossible to recover.
Residents who receive suspicious calls are encouraged not to share personal information, financial details, or payment of any form. Instead, police advise ending the call and contacting AAPD directly using official phone numbers.
The department is asking residents to spread awareness of the scam, particularly among elderly family members or others who may be more vulnerable to phone-based fraud. Similar impersonation scams have been reported in communities across Michigan and nationwide.
Anyone who receives a suspicious call claiming to be from Ann Arbor police is asked to hang up and report it to AAPD at 734-794-6920. Residents can also report scam activity to the Federal Trade Commission for tracking and prevention efforts.
Police say ongoing public awareness is one of the most effective ways to stop scammers and prevent additional victims.
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