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It's Not A Cop, It's A Con: New Haven Police Caution About Scam Calls

The scammer calls claiming to be a police officer and says that a fine is due for missing a court date or jury duty. Hang up, real cops say.

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"The New Haven Police Department does not call residents if they miss a court date or jury duty, and will never ask for payment of any kind," said police spokesperson Scott Shumway.
"The New Haven Police Department does not call residents if they miss a court date or jury duty, and will never ask for payment of any kind," said police spokesperson Scott Shumway. (Ellyn Santiago/Patch)

NEW HAVEN, CT —The person making what police say is a scam call, tells folks they're a cop and then asks that a fine by paid for missing a court date and/or jury duty.

It's a con.

"The New Haven Police Department does not call residents if they miss a court date or jury duty, and will never ask for payment of any kind," said police spokesperson Scott Shumway.

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Shumway said that anyone who gets a call like this should:

  • Not provide personal information over the phone
  • Hang up and contact the New Haven Police Department at 203-946-6316
  • Never send money or gift cards

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