Acworth Police Department has issued a warning to the community about the risks of mailing cash or gift cards after they thwarted a scam targeting an elderly New Jersey man. According to FOX5 Atlanta, the man’s son alerted authorities after his father sent thousands of dollars to an Acworth address in what appeared to be a scam attempt. The police collaborated with the United States Postal Service to intercept the package before it could reach the intended scammer.
Investigators are continuing to delve into the incident, which saw the money mailed by the victim promptly returned after its retrieval. Residents with any knowledge of such financial schemes are encouraged to contact the Acworth Police Department at 770-974-1232, as mentioned in a 11Alive report. The Criminal Investigations Division is reaching out to the public in an effort to curb further incidents.
The son of the victim, prompted by concern for his father’s financial wellbeing, had reached out to the police from his base in New Jersey. This act of vigilance allowed authorities to act in time to prevent a potential loss of significant sum of money. The Acworth Police Department emphasizes the importance of safeguarding personal and financial information, especially in an era where such deceptive practices are increasingly commonplace…