A Manor resident nearly lost money in a lottery scam recently, but a bank transaction was stopped before any funds were lost, according to police Chief Richard Grande.
He’s warning others about the incident and said anyone who gets such a call should not give out their personal or banking information.
A caller using an out-of-state number claimed the Manor resident won a lottery jackpot, which Grande said was a scam.
“The scammer will then try to convince you to send a sum of money to them for a processing fee for your winnings, all of which is bogus,” Grande said.
The information was turned over to authorities in New Mexico where the call originated. Grande advised anyone who gets a similar call to report it to police.
The Federal Trade Commission said being asked for banking information or to pay a fee is a telltale sign that a lottery jackpot is a scam. Callers may claim to be from a legitimate company or use pressure tactics.