Full Notification

The Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department has received several complaints in reference to telephone calls originating from 347-891-1626. The caller informs the intended target that a family member or friend has been kidnapped (sometimes after a car accident had taken place) and money would have to be sent in order to facilitate their safe return. The caller directs the intended victim to stay on the phone and to not make any other phone calls until the money has been transferred via Western Union or Moneygram. Town of Poughkeepsie residents receiving calls of this type are urged to contact the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department at 845-485-3666.