Residents in Roseville have been put on high alert following a recent investigation by the Roseville Police Department regarding a phone scam that targeted a member of the local community. The scam involved an individual contacting the Roseville resident, fraudulently claiming to be a police officer, and stating that the resident had an outstanding warrant for their arrest, as reported by the Roseville Police Department. The savvy resident went a step further in the interaction, wisely asking for the so-called officer's name and badge number, which were subsequently provided though fake.
In an effort to educate and protect the public, the Roseville Police Department has issued a statement stressing that no legitimate law enforcement agency will ever request payments or discuss warrants over the phone. The case of deceit in Roseville serves as reminder that citizens should remain vigilant when receiving such calls. As quoted directly from the Roseville Police Department's Facebook post, "NO law enforcement agency will EVER request money or inform you of a warrant OVER THE PHONE."
The protocol advised by the police is clear-cut: always request a name and badge number when contacted by someone claiming to be a law enforcement official. Following this, it's crucial to terminate the call and to immediately reach out to the Roseville Police Department’s non-emergency line to verify the legitimacy of the caller's claims. Their non-emergency number is a tool given to the public as both sword and shield against these fraudulent plot — it's (916) 774-5000.
The local authorities are asking for the help of the community to spread the word and ensure everyone is informed about this scam and the appropriate preventative actions. The Roseville Police Department’s message is unequivocal in its commitment to community safety: "STAY ALERT, STAY INFORMED and help us protect our community members from scams!" It's this shared vigilance that will stand as the barrier between honest citizens and the grifters who prey upon their trust.
