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New scam circulating in Brown County

By Greg Bebermeyer

06/01/2022

(KNZA)--Brown County Sheriff John Merchant is advising residents of a new scam circulating locally.

Merchant says county residents are being contacted by phone by individuals who are representing themselves as vehicle manufacturers offering residents a "Free Trial" of a new vehicle. Scammers are telling residents they will deliver a brand new vehicle to their residence for a 30 day "free trial" if the resident will evaluate the vehicle. The catch is, there is a destination fee that has to be paid before delivery. Merchant said they are requesting bank info to pay for the fee.

He is advising anyone who receives such a call to hang up immediately and do not give out any personal or financial information over the phone or internet.

Merchant says if you feel you have been made a victim by any scammers, notify your local law enforcement at once.

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