GREEN BAY, WI (WLUK) — Green Bay police say they are closer to finding out who is responsible in a scam targeting grandparents but need additional help from the public.
Between Oct. 23 – Oct. 31, police received several reports of a caller pretending to be a “grandchild” of the victim to get money.
The caller claimed they were arrested and then another call would follow with someone else stating they were a lawyer and need cash to get the alleged grandchild out of jail.
Police have developed several leads in the investigation and believe at least three individuals are involved.
“It is vitally important that anyone who may have received a call or even fell victim to this crime, call us as soon as possible. We’re here to help,” said Detective Eric Jaeger, Green Bay Police Department.
If you have any information, call Green Bay police at (920) 448-3200, then dial extension 0254 and reference case #22-259168 or email Detective Eric Jaeger at eric.jaeger@greenbaywi.gov. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime stoppers at (920) 432-STOP (7867 or submit a tip online at 432stop.com, or utilize the “P3 Tips” app for crime tips.
If you live outside of Green Bay, and may have been contacted by alleged scammers, you can call the law enforcement agency in your jurisdiction.
