EPPD warns of continued phone scams
The El Paso Police Department continues to warn El Pasoans to stay alert about new phone scams popping up in the city.
According to the department, the latest scam occures when the caller/scammer contacts a resident and explains that a vehicle registered in their name has been stored, but it cannot be released due to outstanding warrants. The scammer reportedly provides information to the citizen on how to pay the warrants to get their vehicle released.
EPPD said there are numerous variations of this scam that may involve a jailed relative or friend, a hospitalized relative or friend, or money needed to satisfy court warrants.
The department was made aware of this scam when El Pasoans contacted by scammers began to verify warrant information through El Paso Municipal Courts, where the scams were discovered.
Scammers use various scenarios but always will pressure someone to send money, check, cashier’s check, or provide personal information.
EPPD is reminding the public to:
Never share Social Security, credit card, checking or savings account numbers with a caller you don’t know. Never confirm information with someone who has called you. Never pay for a “free gift. Never send cash by mail/messenger, overnight mail, money transfer, or money order.
