Scams and Mailbox Vandalism
1) (Mailbox break-in) There was a mailbox pried open on Stepping Stone Ln sometime in the early morning hours of Friday 11/05/21. The resident reporting this incident stated that this has happened several times in the past. At this time there are no known suspects. The loss is to be determined. (V38D backs to golf course, open space & 12 Bridges Dr, entrances are Pebblestone & Stepping Stone, off Parkside, Carriage Ln off Del Webb)
2) (Attempted Scam) One of our residents received a text message on his phone. The message read “BofA: EDD Alert, back to work payment of $1,500 from EDD has been posted to your account. Click on (bogus link) to accept the money.” The bogus link doesn’t mention BofA or EDD. The resident noted that the link is an overseas domain name. He wisely did not fall for this scam.
3) (Possible Scam) A resident in the 2000 block of Stonecrest Ln apparently gave her bank account number and possibly her social security number to an individual who came to her door. This individual said he could upgrade her ADT alarm system for x-amount of dollars. The individual did not have any ID or business card. He is described as a white male, approximately 30 yrs, with brown hair and he was possibly driving a white Mercedes sedan. The resident did contact the bank and put a hold on the account. (V38B backs to golf course, Spring Valley Pkwy, Parkside Dr & open space, entrance is Laurelhurst Ln off Parkside Ln)
This incident (suspect and vehicle description) is similar to one last month which occurred in the 1900 block of Hidden Hollow Ln. In that case a picture was taken of the white Mercedes and the license plate number is California 6CJD837. *** This reported incident is for information only as a crime has not been determined at this time *** If you see this vehicle call the Police (916-645-4040 and our Curator Security 916-771-7185.)
4) (Scams) There were two reported Scams in which the scammers used the same old scams that have been around many times. The following is a brief description as to how these scams are presented: In both of these cases the scammer calls the resident with a muffled voice claiming to be the resident’s relative and that he/she had been in an accident in which someone had died. The scammer goes on to say that he/she was arrested and instructs the resident/victim to send money to an alleged attorney as soon as possible so that the attorney can obtain the relative’s release. The resident is also instructed not to call the parents in cases where the alleged relative is a juvenile. At this time it is unknown whether either victim lost any money.
Note:
Be aware and alert at all times and immediately report any suspicious person(s) or vehicles to the police (Emergency 911, Non-Emergency 916-645-4040)
Never click on an email link when you don’t recognize the sender!!
Never open your door to a stranger. Talk to them through the door or a side window. Once you open that door you lose that barrier of security.
Want ventilation in your garage? Install a security door on the side door. Much better ventilation than a partially open garage door and it keeps the burglars, snakes, and skunks out.