Nassau County police arrested 28-year-old Zugen Jiang for allegedly scamming a 90-year-old Hewlett resident out of $10,000. The victim was contacted by a man claiming to represent the Federal Trade Commission, who told her her identity had been compromised and instructed her to withdraw the funds from her bank account. After a second call requesting more money, she reported the scam to the police. Authorities highlight the importance of advising the elderly and others to be cautious of unsolicited calls, recommending verification of any claims made by individuals posing as federal officials.
The investigation revealed that a 90-year-old Hewlett resident was exploited for $10,000 by a scammer posing as a federal agent, emphasizing the need for vigilance.
Nassau County police urge residents to inform vulnerable individuals about scams, stressing the importance of verifying claims made by callers pretending to represent government agencies.
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