STONEHAM — Chief James McIntyre and the Stoneham Police Department wish to make the community aware of a recent increase in scams that target seniors by coaxing them into giving money by claiming a relative has been arrested and needs to be bailed out of police custody.
Winthrop Police Department Offering Survival Kits to Reduce Overdose Risk
WINTHROP — Chief Terence M. Delehanty and the Winthrop Police Department announce that they have partnered with the Police Assisted Addiction and Recovery Initiative (P.A.A.R.I.) to distribute survival kits meant to prevent overdoses and connect those in need with recovery resources.
Winthrop Police Warns Residents of Telephone Scam Spoofing Town Hall Phone Number
WINTHROP — Chief Terence M. Delehanty and the Winthrop Police Department are issuing a warning to residents about a telephone scam in which the caller is capable of spoofing the Town Hall’s main phone number.
Melrose Police Warn Residents Following Recent String of Home Improvement Scams
MELROSE— Chief Michael Lyle and the Melrose Police Department wish to warn residents of ongoing home improvement scams in the area and provide tips to avoid being victimized.