Barnstable Police Issue Alert For Fire Charity Calls

BARNSTABLE, MA — Barnstable police and firefighters recently issued a community alert after someone claiming to represent a fire department charity solicited donations from a resident. Fire officials said a Centerville resident recently received a call from a man named "Glenn" who solicited donations and asked for credit card information. Barnstable firefighters are not connected with such a charity effort, officials said.

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"Apparently, (the solicitor) claimed to be raising funds for local fire departments," firefighters said in a statement. "Our department and firefighters know nothing about them. If you have been solicited, please contact the Barnstable Police. Please remember if you're ever solicited for donations by any public safety union or department to contact them directly for confirmation of the fundraising effort's legitimacy."

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