The Columbus Police Department’s Property Crimes Unit has issued a warning about grandparent scams. In these scams, fraudsters target elderly individuals by pretending to be their grandchildren in distress and asking for money. The scammers use emotional manipulation to exploit the victims’ goodwill and get them to send money. The police department is advising the community to be cautious when receiving such requests and to verify the identity of the person in need before sending any money. They also suggest discussing these scams with elderly family members to raise awareness and prevent potential victims from falling for these fraudulent schemes.

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