Pine Bluffs Police Department warn residents of scam
The Pine Bluffs Police Department was notified of a scam affecting residents and surrounding communities.
By News Channel NebraskaPINE BLUFFS -- The Pine Bluffs Police Department was notified of a scam affecting residents and surrounding communities.
The department was notified of a letter being sent to residents outlining a policy to preserve “quality of life” policing and looking for a cash donation in support of the cause.
The letter states, “We here at National Police Association (NPA) are the only national organization raising the alarm against abolishing quality of life policing in Pine Bluffs and other major urban areas across the nation.”
It goes on to ask the resident to check the “yes” box to indicate their support of the local police maintaining all quality-of-life policing methods and to send in a donation of $15 or $25.
Pine Bluffs Police Chief Austin Smith said in a statement that no law enforcement organization will ever call or mail residents asking for monetary donations.
“This is a scam! If you receive a letter either from NPA or any police or first responder organization, please contact your local authorities,” he stated.
Smith said that the holiday season is the #1 time of year for scams to hit across the country.
“I would like to remind our community members, if you receive anything suspicious in the mail or receive a call, do not hesitate to contact us before continuing any conversation to ensure you are safe,” Smith said.