Joliet, IL – Residents in Joliet are being urged to stay vigilant as reports of an ongoing phone scam targeting local community members continue to rise.
According to the Joliet Police Department, several individuals have allegedly received phone calls from people posing as police employees, asking for money under the pretense of resolving legal matters. Authorities stressed that these calls are scams and that the department will never request money from residents over the phone.
Police said the scammers are allegedly using spoofing techniques to make it appear as if the calls are coming from legitimate Joliet Police phone numbers. Additionally, officials warned that any request for payment in gift cards or through standalone money transfer apps is a strong indicator of a scam.
The Joliet Police Department emphasized that legitimate employees will never demand payment for legal matters via phone calls or unconventional payment methods. They urged residents not to share personal or financial information with unknown callers and to hang up immediately if they suspect fraudulent activity.
Officials encourage anyone who has received such calls to report the incident to the Joliet Police Department. The department also provides resources and information about how to identify and avoid phone spoofing scams on their website.
Residents are reminded to remain cautious, verify the identity of anyone requesting payment, and consult the Joliet Police Department’s official scam prevention resources for additional guidance.
For more details and tips on protecting yourself from phone scams, visit the Joliet Police Department’s scam information page.
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