December 27, 2023
State Police are warning peopple about a telephone and internet scam, here in Steuben County. Troopers say that two recent victims have been contacted via computer pop-ups saying their bank accounts have been compromised, and they need to contact the number on the screen to protect their assets. If you are contacted via one of these suspicious pop-ups DO NOT respond to the suspects, DO NOT send money, and notify State Police immediately. Troopers say these scams are targeting the elderly and vulnerable. Anyone with information regarding these incidents is asked to call State Police Canandaigua at 585-398-4100.
