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REPORT FOR THE WEEK OF JUNE 25th
🚨 SCAM ALERT: Police Impersonators 🚨
We’ve received multiple reports of fraudsters impersonating Police Officers or Sheriff’s Deputies in an attempt to scam residents.
How the Scam Works:
- Victims receive a phone call claiming they are facing arrest or a warrant.
- The scammer demands payment to avoid legal action.
- Payment is requested through:
- Cash apps
- Gift cards
- Bitcoin
- Mailing cash
- The caller may use caller ID spoofing to make it appear the call is coming from a legitimate Police Department or Sheriff's Office.
Important Reminders:
- No real law enforcement agency will ever:
- Demand payment over the phone.
- Request payment through gift cards, Bitcoin, or cash-by-mail.
- If you receive such a call:
- Hang up immediately.
- Do not provide any personal or financial information.
- Call our official non-emergency number to report the incident:
📞 205-802-2414
Unlawful Breaking and Entering a Vehicle/Theft of Property
On 06/18, citizens in the area of Euclid Avenue, Foxhall Road, and Beech Street reported that unknown persons entered their unlocked vehicles and stole property. The suspects have been identified in these cases.
Harassment
On 06/18, a citizen in the 2800 block of Cahaba Village Plaza reported being verbally threatened and shoved by a known suspect.
Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance
On 06/19, officers conducted a traffic stop on Jackson Boulevard near Church Street. The officer’s investigation revealed the driver of the vehicle was in possession of a controlled substance, marihuana, and drug paraphernalia. The driver was arrested and ultimately charged with Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Marihuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
Be sure to remain updated throughout the week by connecting with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@mountainbrookpd). Our social media platforms are a verified and trusted source for information and all things going on in the City of Mountain Brook, Alabama! Click on the icon above to connect.
Please feel free to call or email us and we will be glad to assist you. Thank you!
Be sure to remain updated throughout the week by connecting with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@mountainbrookpd). Our social media platforms are a verified and trusted source for information and all things going on in the City of Mountain Brook, Alabama! Click on the icon above to connect.
Please feel free to call or email us and we will be glad to assist you. Thank you!