In Florissant, the police department has issued a public notice regarding reports of fraud connected to youth sports fundraising. According to a social media post by the Florissant Police Department, individuals have approached residents claiming to raise funds for youth sports teams by selling cookies or candy and requesting to scan credit cards to process payments.
During these encounters, suspects take credit cards to scan them, though what occurs after the scan is unclear. Police noted that it is unknown whether additional payment methods may also be used. The department advised residents to use caution and avoid allowing unknown individuals to handle their payment cards.
The Florissant Police Department encourages residents who wish to support youth sports to do so through established and reputable organizations using verified donation methods. The department stated that these recommendations are intended to help prevent exploitation and ensure contributions reach their intended recipients.
Residents who believe they have been targeted by this scam, or who encounter individuals attempting it, are encouraged to contact the Florissant Police Department. The Facebook post stated, “Please contact the Florissant Police Department so we can investigate and help protect others.”
