Albany Police Warn of Phone Scam Impersonating the Department

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What to look out for

The Albany Police Department warns residents of a phone scam where scammers impersonate the department's phone number, (518) 462-8013, to demand payment for alleged debts. Scammers may pose as police officers and threaten arrest if payments are not made, often requesting payment through gift cards. The department clarifies that they do not make phone calls to demand payment or request personal financial information, advising residents to hang up if they receive such calls and not provide any personal information.

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