09/04/2026
Pressure tactics and instilling fear are often the most successful tools of scammers. The Fairview Police Department reminds residents of the following safety tips:
• Verify the Source: Government agencies (ATF, IRS, Police) will never call to demand payment via cashier’s check, wire transfer, or gift cards to "clear a warrant."
• Beware of "Spoofing": Scammers use technology to make their calls appear as if they are coming from local police or official government offices. If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and call the agency back using a verified number from an official website.
• Ignore Suspicious Links/Texts: Never call a phone number provided in an unsolicited text message regarding an "order" or "account issue." Log in to the official company website (e.g., Amazon . com) directly to check your order status.
• Act Quickly: If you believe you have been scammed, contact your local police department and your bank immediately. Early intervention is the only way to recover lost funds.
• If someone calls you and are asking you to withdraw money, and they tell you they’ll stay on the line with you, it is a scam!