The Green Bay Police Department has developed several leads in a fraud investigation that specifically targeted the elderly for about a week in late October, but we are asking anyone who may have been solicited and has not yet come forward to contact us, immediately.
The time frame that the suspected fraudulent activity took place was between October 23-31, 2022.
We have received reports that the caller will pretend to be a “grandchild” and claim that they’ve been arrested and then another call will follow with someone else stating that they are a “lawyer” and need cash to help to get the alleged “grandchild” out of jail.
“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.
It is believed that at least three individuals are involved in this suspicious activity.
No further information is available for release about pending investigations, at this time, but again we highly encourage Green Bay residents to reach out to us as soon as possible, with any information.
Please call Green Bay Police at (920) 448-3200, then dial extension 0254 and reference case #22-259168 or email Detective Eric Jaeger at [email protected]. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime stoppers at (920) 432-STOP (7867). You may also submit a tip online at www.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, please do not hesitate to call the law enforcement agency in your jurisdiction for assistance.
