Crete police warn of disturbing text-message scam

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – The Crete Police Department is warning the community regarding a disturbing text-message scam that they say is targeting the area.

In the last 24 hours, multiple residents have filed reports about messages from unknown numbers with local area codes saying they have kidnapped a family member, according to Crete police.

The scammers will threaten to hurt or kill the family member if their demands are ignored or if the police are contacted…

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