The Lubbock Police Department (LPD) is warning citizens of scammers attempting to reach them by phone. LPD stresses the point that they will never ask for money over the phone while also offering some tips on how to avoid falling victim to these phone scams. Let’s take a look at what they had to say.
Phone Scams on the Rise in Lubbock
In a recent social media post from the Lubbock Police Department, they reveal that they have been receiving an increase in calls from citizens about potential scammers seeking to steal money and personal info.
Reports claim that callers will state that they are from the police department or other departments in the City of Lubbock. They then use this fake authority to demand payment on outstanding warrants or personal banking information.
LPD urges all citizens to practice extreme caution when encountering calls like these. They remind everyone that the department will never text or call individuals about warrants or asking for money.
How to Avoid Falling Victim
Your best chance at avoiding falling into the trap of these scammers is to immediately hang up and call LPD directly. You can find their contact information right here on the City of Lubbock website.
Once you get ahold of the legitimate department, go ahead and ask them if they attempted to contact you personally. They’ll be able to confirm if the first person was a scam or real…