Lacey PD Warns Of Phony Comcast, Xfinity Calls

LACEY, NJ — Lacey police warned of a phone scam in which the caller pretends to represent Comcast or Xfinity. The scam has circulated around Ocean County, the Lacey Township Police Department says.

The scammer will contact a victim offering upgraded television service. The caller will then ask the customer to purchase gift cards and give the gift-card info to the person claiming to represent the cable companies.

In some cases, the caller spoofs the phone numbers of Comcast and Xfinity, so it looks like someone from those companies is really calling.

No matter what a caller tells you, don't purchase gift cards and supply them with that information. In most cases, the gift-card company won't refund the victim.

If you receive a phone call and you're not sure if it's legitimate, you can contact Lacey police. The department routinely gives scam and fraud presentations throughout the community. If you have questions about these presentations, contact Det. Charles May at 609-693-6636 ext. 2591.

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