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Agency official warns Woodbury residents after phone scam leads man to withdraw funds
Summary
An agency official described a recent phone scam in which a caller claimed a man’s daughter had been abducted, prompting him to withdraw funds and seek loans; the official urged anyone unsure about such calls to contact the Woodbury Public Safety Department immediately.
An agency official described a recent phone scam in which a caller told a man that his daughter had been abducted, and that he needed to pay to secure her release. The official said the man believed he heard his daughter yelling in the background, withdrew as much money as he could and attempted to apply for loans before going to the Woodbury Police Department and learning his daughter was safe.
The official warned residents to be cautious and to verify suspicious calls with authorities. "If you are ever unsure about a call, please call the Woodbury Public Safety Department," the official said, adding that acting fast can protect your money and help prevent scammers from targeting others. The briefing presented the episode as an example to illustrate common tactics used by fraudsters and to encourage residents to contact public safety rather than comply with urgent payment demands.
