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PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICE2+ weeks agoAgencyPSP York is asking for the public's assistance with identifying the suspect in a package theft. Anyone with information relative to this crime is asked to contact Trooper Ethan Coulter at the PSP York Station, 717-428-1011.47Like47

COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA2+ weeks agoAgencyShapiro Administration Warns Of Potential SNAP Benefits Scam, Reminds Public Of Safe Ways To Apply For Assistance: https://bit.ly/3SvL6lv The scam involves an email from an “experience @ travelfoodstampassistanceforyou .com” address and implies that SNAP recipients may be eligible for a “settlement payment” if they fill out their personal payment information. This is a scam. “DHS will never ask for personal information in an unsolicited email, text message, or phone call. If someone is claiming to be from or affiliated with the Department and they are asking you for your personal information, it is a scam,” said DHS Secretary Val Arkoosh. “Please do not fall victim to identity theft. If you ever receive a suspicious call or text asking you for information about your benefits or for your financial information, please inform the DHS fraud tip line immediately so the proper authorities can investigate.” Please report any texts or calls about DHS benefits that seem suspicious by calling the DHS fraud tip line at 1-844-DHS-TIPS (1-844-347-8477). DHS does send informational text messages and phone calls to people who receive SNAP, Medicaid, and other benefits from the number 1-833-648-1964. However, DHS' text messages will not include: Details about a person’s benefits, such as the amount of SNAP they are authorized to receive, A request for specific personal information, and/or Links to unofficial sites; most DHS texts will direct people to dhs.pa.gov, COMPASS, or a site that ends in .gov or .org. Pennsylvanians who have questions about whether a call, text, letter, or other communication is legitimate should contact DHS’ Office of Income Maintenance: https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/CAO-Contact.aspx123Like21

PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICE2+ weeks agoAgencyPSP York is asking for the public’s assistance with identifying the suspect in a burglary case. Anyone with information is asked to contact Trooper Austin Billet at the PSP York Station at 717-428-1011.37Like9

COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA5 days agoAgencyShapiro Administration Warns Of Potential SNAP Benefits Scam, Reminds Public Of Safe Ways To Apply For Assistance: https://bit.ly/3Q4fqTJ DHS Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh is informing Pennsylvanians of a text message scam targeting individuals who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits wherein a text message claims that an individual’s EBT card has been “LOCKED” and to contact a specific phone number or email address. These messages are scams. Anyone who believes their EBT card has been compromised should reach out to their local County Assistance Office (CAO) to replace their current card: https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/CAO-Contact.aspx “DHS will never ask for personal information in an unsolicited text message, email, or phone call. If someone is claiming to be from or affiliated with the Department and they are asking you for your personal information, it is a scam,” said Secretary Arkoosh. “Please do not fall victim to identity theft. If you ever receive a suspicious text claiming your benefits have changed or asking you for your financial information, please inform the DHS fraud tip line immediately so the proper authorities can investigate.” Please report any texts or calls about DHS benefits that seem suspicious by calling the DHS fraud tip line at 1-844-DHS-TIPS (1-844-347-8477).140Like117

PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICE2+ weeks agoAgencyScam Alert: Counterfeit $100 Bills Passed in Indiana County PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICE NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 3, 2024 Scam Alert: Counterfeit $100 Bills Passed in Indiana County White Township, PA – Troopers are alerting local businesses after several counterfeit US $100 bills were passed today in Indiana County. Since approximately 3:00 p.m. today, members of the Troop A, Indiana Patrol Unit have been dispatched to four separate businesses in White Township after counterfeit US $100 bills were passed. Those four businesses include: Advance Auto Parts (2085 Oakland Avenue), Aroma Joe’s, (2057 Oakland Avenue), AutoZone (2044 Oakland Avenue), and Harbor Freight Tools (2334 Oakland Avenue). During the transactions, the suspect passed a counterfeit US $100 bill as payment for a low-value item or items. Also this afternoon, counterfeit US $100 bills were attempted to be passed at Dunham’s Sports (2334 Oakland Avenue) and Kohl’s (2334 Oakland Avenue). The suspect is described as a white, Hispanic male reported to be approximately 19-20 years of age. He was also reported to have facial tattoos. Tips for identifying counterfeit currency can be found on the United States Secret Service website here: https://www.secretservice.gov/sites/default/files/reports/2020-12/KnowYourMoney.pdf. Anyone with information is asked to immediately contact Troop A, Indiana at 724-357-1960. For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit psp.pa.gov. MEDIA CONTACT: TFC. Cliff Greenfield, 724-357-1998 / X: @PSPTroopAPIO In the interest of transparency, it is the policy of PSP to disseminate information regarding incidents which are likely to generate significant interest among the public and media in a timely manner. While we make every effort to ensure the information is accurate to the best of our knowledge and belief, incidents are often fluid and rapidly evolving. Information provided should be considered preliminary and subject to change as additional investigative details emerge. # # #5Like

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