Crime & Safety
Nassau Police Warn Residents Of Phone Scam
Spoofers have been able to imitate NCPD numbers, the department said, and are trying to scam residents.
The Nassau County Police Department is warning residents of a new phone scam where spoofers are using actual NCPD phone numbers to scam residents.
The department said that scammers have been able to spoof actual NCPD phone numbers, and have used them to appear legitimate when calling residents to try to get them to send money.
Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said that the department will never ask for credit card numbers over the phone, and will not request prepaid debit cards or wire transfers.
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Residents who receive a call from someone claiming to be an NCPD officer who asks for a wire transfer, prepaid credit card or other form of payment, should hang up and immediately call 911.
Anyone who has information that they think could lead to the arrest of these scammers is urged to call Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS (8477). All calls remain anonymous, and you could receive a cash reward if your information leads to an arrest.
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