Crime & Safety
NYPD Alert: Motorist Distraction Scam
A crime prevention and personal safety tip from the NYPD
The New York City Police Department is advising motorists of a grand larceny scam currently being reported.
The scam involves a tactic in which suspects distract victims by falsely informing them that their vehicle has a flat tire.
While the victims inspect the purported damage, the perpetrator removes property from inside the vehicle.
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You can watch a video of the suspects wanted in connection to these incidents here.
Anyone with information regarding these incidents is asked to call NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).
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You can also submit tips by logging onto the NYPD Crime Stoppers website at WWW.NYPDCRIMESTOPPERS.COM or texting your tips to 274637 (CRIMES) then enter TIP577 plus your tip.
All calls are strictly confidential.
Be sure to safeguard yourself and your personal property.
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