East Brunswick PD Warns Residents Of Tax Scam

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The East Brunswick Police Department is warning residents of an ongoing tax scam.

Scammers are calling unsuspecting residents claiming they owe taxes that must be paid using a pre-paid debit card, money order or a wire transfer.

Here are some signs to look for when you receive a suspicious call:

• The IRS will not call to demand immediate payment using a specific payment method such as a prepaid debit card, gift card or wire transfer. Generally, the IRS will first mail a bill to any taxpayer who owes taxes.
• Scammers usually threaten to immediately bring in local police or other law enforcement groups to have the taxpayer arrested for not paying.
• They demand that taxes be paid without giving taxpayers the opportunity to question or appeal the amount owed.
• Scammers will often call out of the blue about an unexpected tax refund.

If you happen to receive such a call, hang up immediately. You can also file a report at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.