Fairborn — The Fairborn Police Department has issued a warning about a phone scam that is hitting the area.
According to the police department, victims have been reporting that the scammer is claiming to be from the Fairborn Police Department Records Section.
The scammer informed the victim that he had a warrant and would need to pay $1,053 for the warrant to go away. The caller ID also shows as “Fairborn Police Department Records” and asks the victim to buy American Express prepaid cards to pay for the warrant.
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“We do not accept payment over the phone, and furthermore, we do not accept gift cards of any type,” a release from the police department said.
For any questions regarding contact with someone claiming to be with the Fairborn Police Department, contact dispatch at (937)754-3000.
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