City of Warren Police, FBI Warn of Phone Scams Targeting San Mateo Elders, iOS and Android Users

Authorities across multiple regions have issued warnings about a surge in phone scams involving impersonation of police and government officials. The City of Warren Police Department alerted residents to scammers posing as their officers in phone calls. Similarly, police in San Mateo County have urged vigilance as multiple fraud schemes have targeted local elderly populations. The FBI and local police also cautioned iOS and Android users about scams designed to trick individuals into revealing personal information. In addition, criminals have been reported to create fake telephone centers to impersonate bank employees and deceive victims. These warnings highlight a growing trend of sophisticated phone scams exploiting trust in official entities to commit fraud.