Fremont Police Warn Of 'Spoofing' Calls From Scammer

FREMONT, CA — Fremont police are warning residents to remain vigilant of scammers impersonating people over the phone to take someone else's money.

Authorities say a scammer may disguise their phone number, an act known as "spoofing. The scammer will then call someone and appear on the caller ID as another person, even an agency such as the Fremont Police Department.

If successfully connected with another person, the scammer will try to extort them by claiming their information has been leaked or that they're involved in an ongoing police investigation, according to the Fremont Police Department.

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It's unclear if anyone in Fremont has been affected by the scam. A woman commented on the Fremont Police Department's social media, claiming she's received several calls from a scammer impersonating a PG&E employee who demanded account info and quick overpayment.

"If a caller asks you to share personal information, confirm an account, provide identification details, or transfer funds, do not fall for it," the Fremont Police Department said in a statement Monday. "The Fremont Police Department will never ask, solicit, or demand money or personal information over the phone, text, or email."

Police recommend that anyone suspicious of being scammed protect themselves by not providing any cash payments, bank account details, or Social Security numbers to the other person on the line. If still unsure, contact the Fremont Police Department directly at 510-790-6800.