Scam alert issued in Princeton as callers impersonate banks and law enforcement
Princeton, NJ — Residents are being warned about a rise in scam calls where individuals pose as bank officials, federal agents, or law enforcement in an effort to obtain money and personal information.
The Princeton Police Department said the schemes involve callers claiming to represent organizations such as banks, the FDIC, or the FBI, using convincing tactics to gain trust. In some cases, scammers spoof legitimate phone numbers and provide detailed information to appear credible.
Authorities say victims are often instructed to withdraw cash, transfer funds, or share sensitive information under the belief they are protecting their accounts.
Scammers may escalate the deception by transferring calls to other fake representatives, providing fabricated case numbers, or pressuring individuals to act quickly. Some incidents have also involved attempts to arrange in-person pick-ups of money.
Police emphasized that legitimate agencies will never request cash withdrawals or ask individuals to hand over money for safekeeping.
Residents are urged to avoid sharing personal or financial information with unsolicited callers and to be cautious of any request that creates urgency.
Anyone who receives a suspicious call is encouraged to hang up and contact the Princeton Police Department directly to verify the information.
────────────────────────────────
Key Points
- Princeton police warn of increase in impersonation scam calls
- Scammers posing as banks, FBI, and law enforcement
- Residents urged to verify calls and avoid sharing information