Wall Police Holding Scam Awareness Seminar For Seniors

WALL, NJ — What would you do if someone called your home claiming to be your grandchild, and begged you to send them money to get them out of a dangerous situation?

What if someone called claiming they were from the IRS, and threatened to have you arrested if you don't pay on the spot?

These are just two of the many scams that target senior citizens. Wall Township Police want you to know how to avoid falling victim to one and will discuss that information at a presentation scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 13.

The presentation, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the community room on the lower level of Wall's town hall, 2700 Allaire Road, will explain how to identify financial scams, what to do if you're confronted by a scammer, and where to report financial scams.

These crimes overwhelmingly target the senior community, though others have fallen victim as well.

Food and refreshments will be available for attendees.