SOUTHBOROUGH – The Southborough Police Department is recognizing the work of Detective Anthony Vega, whose investigation into the financial exploitation of a resident contributed to a federal case that resulted in charges against six individuals.
An 81-year-old Southborough woman reported in March 2025 that she had been defrauded by individuals posing as representatives of a well-known sweepstakes organization. She had been convinced to send checks, financial information, and other personal information to claim her winnings.
She ultimately lost approximately $85,000…