Three Fraud Schemes Hit Avon Lake Residents

AVON LAKE, OH — Scams and frauds are abundant around tax season. Avon Lake Police are helping residents sort through a trio of schemes that made use of residents' identities and personal information. Read more about those incidents and others from recent weeks below.

Theft, Jan. 27 — A 69-year-old Sheffield Lake man said his cell phone was stolen while he was at Spevock's Bowling Alley. The phone was found later that day. No charges are being filed.

Traffic Complaint, Jan. 30 — Police stopped a car on Moore Road. The driver was arrested for possession of marijuana and driving with an operating while impaired suspension.

Fraud, Jan. 31 — An Avon Lake woman sent two separate money transfers, for a total of $1,899, as part of a scam. Detectives are investigating the matter.

Identity Theft, Feb. 1 — Someone used an Avon Lake resident's social security to open an account with Verizon. The resident took a receipt to the Verizon store and employees there requested a police report be filed.

Fraud, Feb. 5 — An Illuminating Company account was opened in a Durrell Avenue resident's name. The account has a $561 balance according to police reports.

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