NYPD Warns Of Telephone Scam Asking For Bail Money, Ransom

The New York Police Department is circulating the above flier to local civic groups and political offices in an effort to quash a new telephone scam.

According to the flier, victims are receiving phone calls from someone claiming to be a relative in need of bail money, or even a kidnapper demanding ransom.

While it might seem like a “duh” to most of us, the fact is that scam artists are good at what they do and manipulate their marks by preying on their emotions and confusion. Stay calm when on the phone, and never wire money in a panic.

If you receive a call that seems suspicious, hang up and call 911.