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Phone scam targets senior citizens

Updated: November 8, 2012
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SPRINGFIELD -- Authorities are investigating a scam targeting senior citizens. WCIA-3 News first told you about this scam last week.

Someone is calling elderly victims claiming a bank employee stole money from  their accounts. The caller tells the victim to withdraw money and meet him in a parking lot.

The suspect is a white man, 50-60 years old, 5'7", 170 lbs, with short grey hair and glasses. He is also clean-shaven.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers. You can remain anonymous and may earn a cash reward.

Sangamon & Menard County Crime Stoppers
(217) 788 - 8427
cash4tips.us
Text: Tip672 + info to CRIMES (274637)

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The con man sure sounds like the scammers being reported at Callercenter everyday. The only difference is that the scammers steal somebody else's money over the phone...

Lola S. November 16, 2012 at 6:47 pm

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