Resurfacing Of Costly Scam Prompts Warning From Chester Police

CHESTER, NJ — The Chester Township Police Department has issued an alert to residents and local businesses regarding a recent scam. This scam has been reported in nearby towns and involves emails requesting payment for permits or applications.

These fraudulent messages often claim to be from the town. The emails may appear official, and the sender's address might look similar to a legitimate township email address. However, the sender is not affiliated with the town and is attempting to defraud the recipient.

The scam emails typically demand payment through wire transfer, Green Dot card, or other unusual payment methods. The Chester Township Police Department reminds the public that municipalities and the police department will never request payment via wire transfer, Green Dot card, or other suspicious payment methods. Government agencies do not demand immediate payment through email using these specific methods.

If an individual receives an email or phone call requesting payment and is unsure about its legitimacy, they should not send money or respond to the request. Instead, the Chester Township Police Department advises recipients to contact them directly at 908-879-5514. Police personnel are available to verify whether the request is legitimate.