Scammers Are Posing As Law Enforcement Asking For Money, Wayne Police Warn

WAYNE, NJ — The Wayne Police Department warned of a phone scam in which callers pretend they're law enforcement asking for donations. Law-enforcement agencies won't call your home or business asking for donations, Wayne PD wrote on social media.

"Please be cautious when receiving phone calls asking for money to support law enforcement foundations, bullet proof vest funds or memorial funds," the agency said. "There has been an increase in automated phone calls to the area requesting money on behalf of law enforcement."

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