{"id":3751,"date":"2024-05-27T04:44:23","date_gmt":"2024-05-27T04:44:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ripandscam.com\/blog\/?p=3751"},"modified":"2024-05-27T04:44:24","modified_gmt":"2024-05-27T04:44:24","slug":"gjpd-issues-warning-about-ongoing-scam-and-theft-attempts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ripandscam.com\/blog\/scammer-news\/gjpd-issues-warning-about-ongoing-scam-and-theft-attempts\/","title":{"rendered":"GJPD Issues Warning About Ongoing Scam and Theft Attempts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Grand Junction Police Department (GJPD) is warning the community about an ongoing scam reported by several residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The scam involves a well-dressed man approaching elderly women in store parking lots, claiming that one of their vehicle&#8217;s tires is flat. While the man distracts the women, an accomplice reaches into the vehicle and steals personal belongings. In each case, the victims&#8217; credit cards were used immediately in nearby stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ripandscam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/DALL\u00b7E-2024-05-27-10.06.41-An-elderly-woman-looking-distressed-and-shocked-as-she-realizes-her-purse-is-missing-from-her-vehicle.-She-is-in-a-store-parking-lot-with-cars-and-a-.webp\" data-rel=\"lightbox-image-0\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ripandscam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/DALL\u00b7E-2024-05-27-10.06.41-An-elderly-woman-looking-distressed-and-shocked-as-she-realizes-her-purse-is-missing-from-her-vehicle.-She-is-in-a-store-parking-lot-with-cars-and-a-.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ripandscam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/DALL\u00b7E-2024-05-27-10.06.41-An-elderly-woman-looking-distressed-and-shocked-as-she-realizes-her-purse-is-missing-from-her-vehicle.-She-is-in-a-store-parking-lot-with-cars-and-a-.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.ripandscam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/DALL\u00b7E-2024-05-27-10.06.41-An-elderly-woman-looking-distressed-and-shocked-as-she-realizes-her-purse-is-missing-from-her-vehicle.-She-is-in-a-store-parking-lot-with-cars-and-a--300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.ripandscam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/DALL\u00b7E-2024-05-27-10.06.41-An-elderly-woman-looking-distressed-and-shocked-as-she-realizes-her-purse-is-missing-from-her-vehicle.-She-is-in-a-store-parking-lot-with-cars-and-a--150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.ripandscam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/DALL\u00b7E-2024-05-27-10.06.41-An-elderly-woman-looking-distressed-and-shocked-as-she-realizes-her-purse-is-missing-from-her-vehicle.-She-is-in-a-store-parking-lot-with-cars-and-a--768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The GJPD urges residents to be vigilant and follow these safety tips to avoid falling victim to the scam:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Be Cautious:<\/strong> Be wary of strangers, even if they appear friendly. It&#8217;s okay to be skeptical. If someone insists on showing you a tire issue, tell them you will call for help and stay in your vehicle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay Aware:<\/strong> Always be aware of your surroundings and pay attention to those around you. Trust your instincts; if something feels off, it probably is.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t Give Thieves the Opportunity:<\/strong> Never leave your purse or wallet unattended. Thieves look for crimes of opportunity, so keep your belongings with you at all times.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Report Suspicious Activity:<\/strong> Report any suspicious activity to the Grand Junction Police Department at 970-549-5000 or non-emergency dispatch at 970-242-6707.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Grand Junction Police Department (GJPD) is warning the community about an ongoing scam reported by several residents. The scam involves a well-dressed man approaching elderly women in store parking lots, claiming that one of their vehicle&#8217;s tires is flat. 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