The Duluth Police Department has issued a warning to local businesses regarding a scam involving an organization falsely claiming to solicit funds on behalf of the department. According to a statement on the department's official website, this fraudulent activity has been brought to their attention, and they want to clarify that they have not authorized any such solicitations. The only exceptions are donations made directly to the Duluth Police Foundation or the Northland K9 Foundation. The department is urging businesses to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities immediately.
Businesses in the Duluth area are advised to be wary of any individuals claiming to represent the police department for the purpose of collecting donations or sponsorships. Businesses need to know that the Duluth Police Department does not engage in this type of fundraising outside of its two sanctioned partners. The department's statement, which can be found on their website, makes it clear: "If you are contacted by anyone other than those two organizations that are claiming to represent the Duluth Police Department for donations or sponsorships, please do not provide any payments and report the incident to us immediately."
In an effort to prevent potential victims from falling prey to this scheme, the Duluth Police Department is reaching out to the community through various means, including the release on their website, to ensure maximum awareness.
