CARIBOU — Local authorities are urging the public to remain cautious when encountering online posts advertising the urgent sale of a relative’s property for significantly reduced prices, often requesting a deposit to “save” the item.
The Caribou Police Department has noticed an uptick in reports of such scams, where unsuspecting individuals are lured by the promise of a great deal.
Scammers typically create basic posts claiming that someone needs to quickly offload property at a fraction of the market value.
Police remind residents to be skeptical of these too-good-to-be-true offers.
They advise against sending money or providing personal information to secure deals on items advertised under these circumstances.
Officials recommend that potential buyers conduct thorough research, verify the legitimacy of the seller, and insist on seeing the property in person before making any financial commitments.
The public is encouraged to report any suspicious activities to the Caribou Police Department to help prevent further incidents.
