10/11/2026
A Somerset resident was the victim of theft by deception on 10/08/26. The victim received a text message and phone call advising her of unauthorized charges on her bank account and fraudulent activity connected to her personal information. The victim was instructed to withdraw $30,000 and provide it to a bank representative to protect her funds. The victim placed the cash in a box and gave it to an unknown Asian male during a meeting in the area of JFK Blvd. The victim also provided the unknown suspect with $7,000 worth of gift cards before realizing she was the victim of a scam.
A Somerset resident was the victim of a theft in the area of Chatsworth Dr. during the morning hours. An unknown male stole an item off the victim’s porch that was intended for donation. The item was valued at $53.
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