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Protecting Seniors: Ho-Ho-Kus Police & Prosecutor’s Office Team Up to Fight Scams!

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WARNING! The Ho-Ho-Kus Police Just Revealed the Top 3 Scams Targeting Seniors in Bergen County

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HO-HO-KUS, NJ – The Ho-Ho-Kus Police Department is stepping up its community education efforts to combat the rising tide of fraud targeting older residents. In a vital partnership focused on senior safety, HHK officers recently held an informative session designed to empower our most vulnerable community members.

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Glen Rock Couple Scammed Out of $100K in Phone Fraud Scheme: Two NYC Men Arrested

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Glen Rock NJ, two New York men have been arrested and charged in connection with a sophisticated phone scam that defrauded a Bergen County couple out of more than $100,000, Glen Rock police announced this week.

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Glen Rock Resident Loses $8,000 to Fake Venmo Scam: Police Warn of Rising Fraud Tactics

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Glen Rock NJ, Despite frequent reminders from law enforcement, scammers continue to find new and sophisticated ways to target unsuspecting victims. The latest local incident involved a Glen Rock resident who lost $8,000 in a Venmo scam after unknowingly calling a fake customer service number.

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