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Clarkstown Police Department Issues a Scam Alert

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New City, NY – A homeowner has reported to us that several people have come to her home expecting to receive items they “purchased” on Facebook over the past few days. These individuals have all stated that they prepaid via Zelle for the items. These listings have been placed in local community groups making them seem more legitimate, consumers should do their best to verify all listings prior to making any purchases online. Below we have listed several red flags you should be aware of when purchasing items online.
Facebook Marketplace Scam Red Flags
Scammers prey on your emotions to make you think you’ll be missing out on a great sale or amazing deal if you don’t follow through on their rules. This emotional response is the basis of social engineering attacks, and they rely on you acting quickly rather than taking time to investigate. If you encounter any of these while buying or selling, it’s best to abandon the transaction:
-Low prices for what should be high-ticket items
-Refusing to meet up in person for exchanges
-Moving conversations outside of Facebook Messenger
-Asking for payment in the form of a gift card
-Requesting deposits on items before receiving them
-Asking for items to be shipped before payment is received
-Buyers providing a prepaid shipping label
-Buyers overpaying then asking for a refund of the difference
-Transactors without a profile picture
-Requests for your personal phone number or other information

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Haverstraw Police Department Responds To Shots Fired

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July 3, 2024

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On Monday July 1, 2024, Haverstraw Patrol units responded to the area of Fairmount Avenue and West Street on a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, units observed a vehicle crashed into a parked car opposite 9 Fairmount Avenue and the driver next to the vehicle on the ground with multiple gunshot wounds to the torso area. The victim was transported to Nyack Hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The victim has been identified as Christian Alvarado, 29 years old of Pomona, NY. The investigation is ongoing, and HPD are asking the public to call the Haverstraw Police Department at 845-354-1500 with any information they may have regarding this incident.

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Clarkstown PD Detective Bureau Investigating Two Incidents Involving Attempted Theft Of Luxury Vehicles

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July 3, 2024

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The Clarkstown Police Department Detective Bureau is currently investigating two incidents involving attempted theft of luxury vehicles in the New City area, specifically on Preakness Ln. and Gable Rd. We urge the public to review any camera footage they may have between the hours of 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM and to contact the Clarkstown Police Department at (845) 639-5800 if they observe anything suspicious.
The Clarkstown Police Department reminds homeowners to take an extra minute to remove valuables from their vehicles, take keys or fobs out of vehicles, and lock the vehicle doors. These measures will help reduce these crimes. If you witness something suspicious, please call 911, or you can also send an anonymous tip to the police using TIP411. Simply send a text message to 847411 (tip411), then type the keyword ROCKLANDCODA, followed by a space, your tip information, and hit send.

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