Canandaigua-based state police warn public about computer scam
New York State Police are urging the public to be aware of a computer scam occurring in the region covered by Canandaigua-based Troop E, which includes Cayuga County.
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New York State Police are urging the public to be aware of a computer scam occurring in the region covered by Canandaigua-based Troop E, which includes Cayuga County.
CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. — New York State Police in Clifton Park are warning people of a scam that preys on grandparents after a local senior citizen lost more than $9,000
Updated: 10:32 AM EST January 6, 2021 BUFFALO, N.Y. — New York State Attorney General Letitia James issued a warning to New York State residents about the 'Grandparent Scam' that is targeting senior citizens. The scam callers pose as a a grandchild of the victim asking for money. The caller falsely claims they have an emergency and need money right away. The caller could also pose as an attorney, bail bondsperson or law enforcement official. “Due to COVID-19 restrictions, many grandparents have not seen their grandchildren for months and may be especially susceptible to th...