New Scam Targets Grandparents
September 8, 2015
Press Release
Poliquin’s Office Here to Help Those Who Have Been Affected
BANGOR – According to a CBS 13 news report, con-artists are calling grandparents and telling them that their grandchild is in trouble and needs your help to keep them out of jail. Maine’s Second District Congressman, Bruce Poliquin, released the following statement:
“It’s shameful and appalling that con-artists would stoop so low to scam our Maine seniors,” said Congressman Bruce Poliquin. “Please know that my office doors in Lewiston, Bangor and Presque Isle are open to those who may have been affected by this outrageous scam.”
To help combat this scam, CBS 13 continued, “The FBI suggests you resist the pressure to act quickly, try to contact your grandchild or another family member to know if the call is legitimate, and never send any money or gift cards based on a request made by a stranger over the phone or in an email.”
If you, or anyone you know, have been affected, please feel free to call Congressman Poliquin’s offices in Lewiston (207-784-0768), Bangor (207-942-0583) and Presque Isle (207-764-1968).