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WARNING: Scam Targets Simsbury Tax Benefit Applicants: Town
Simsbury officials warn residents of scam emails and calls about benefit applications.
SIMSBURY, CT — The Simsbury Assessor’s Office is warning residents about a scam involving fraudulent emails and phone calls related to applications for tax exemptions and other benefits.
In a notice posted March 27, officials said they have been alerted to communications falsely claiming to be connected to benefit or exemption applications.
The messages have been directed at members of the public and may attempt to solicit personal information or mislead recipients about their application status.
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Town officials advise residents to treat any unsolicited or suspicious communication with caution.
No additional details about the origin of the scam or the number of affected residents were provided.
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Officials did not report any confirmed financial losses but emphasized vigilance as the primary safeguard.
Anyone who receives a questionable email or phone call — or is unsure about its legitimacy — should contact the Simsbury Assessor’s Office directly at 860-658-3251 to verify the information.
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