Law enforcement agencies across Texas are being notified about a criminal group from Chicago that has been scamming victims by using a fabricated story about a murdered child with autism to solicit fraudulent donations.
The suspects were apprehended following a high-speed chase through the West University and Bellaire areas, but authorities believe more victims may be out there.
One local mother of two shared her experience, saying she initially wanted to help after hearing the emotional story. The group claimed they were raising money for a boy’s funeral. Feeling uneasy, she handed over her credit card to quickly exit the situation. Minutes later, she received a $5,000 fraud alert and contacted Southside Place police…