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Latest phone scam involves copier toner cartridges
KIRKSVILLE
– The Kirksville Police Department is warning residents of a phone scam
involving an individual claiming to be an agent of a local retail
office supplier.According to a KPD press release submitted Wednesday
afternoon, a local non-profit organization contacted officers Tuesday
after an unknown individual requested the name and model number of the
group’s photocopy machine.Another unknown male who identified himself
as an agent of a local office supplier followed up on the initial phone
call a few days later. The caller informed the organization the prices
had been raised to the $300-400 price range for the photocopier’s
replacement toner cartridges.The employee subsequently researched the
cost of the replacement cartridges, and found they normally cost a
significant amount less than the quoted price.When the salesman called
back, the employee confronted him with the research information, and
the caller immediately hung up the phone.The police department requests
if anyone has been contacted in reference to this scheme to contact
them immediately.A name and phone number of the salesman would also be
helpful.”Be cautious of all unsolicited sales calls,” said Cpl. James
Holzmeier. “Remember to verify all information that’s given to you
before you make any purchases.”
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