Manchester Police Warn of New Phone Scam

Manchester Police are warning of a new phone scam in Iowa.

The victim receives a phone call from an unknown person claiming that a relative is in trouble – and if the victim ever wants to see their loved one again, the victim needs to do as instructed. 

One victim was left with the impression their loved one had been kidnapped. The victim heard screaming in the background of the phone call. Another victim was instructed to bring two-thousand dollars to Walmart and wait for further instructions. The victim was ordered not to talk to anyone about any of this.

Chief Hauschild say they have not received any reports yet of the scam in Manchester – but if you do receive such a call or text, contact law enforcement and do not follow their instructions.

photo courtesy of Janelle Tucker/KMCH