Weekly Safety Report: Package Theft and Gift Card Scams Hit Cortland, NY

Cortland Police in New York are investigating two incidents this week. The first incident involves the theft of packages from a home on Madison Street on December 14. The second incident highlights an increase in gift card scams, where scammers pose as authorities and request victims to purchase gift cards and provide the codes on the back. The elderly are the main target of these scams.

Cortland Police investigating porch package theft

whcuradio.com12-19-2023

Packages were stolen from a home on Madison Street in Cortland on December 14 during the morning hours. Cortland Police are investigating the incident and are seeking information from the public to identify the person pictured below. Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact the Cortland Police Department.

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Gift Card Scams Are on The Rise Says Cortland Police

wxhc.com12-18-2023

Cortland Police have noticed an increase in scams involving phone calls from scammers pretending to be authorities such as the IRS, Social Security, or Law Enforcement. The scammers request victims to purchase gift cards from stores and provide the codes on the back as payment for debts, fines, or bail. The elderly population is particularly targeted. Residents are advised to be cautious and not provide any personal or financial information over the phone.

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• Gift Card Scams Are on The Rise Says Cortland Police

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