Warning issued for event scams in Williamston
WILLIAMSTON, S.C. (WSPA) – The Williamston Police Department issued a public warning for scams aimed at faking donations for an upcoming local event.
Officers said that they received at least one report about an unknown person calling a local business and falsely claiming to represent the Town of Williamston, asking for donations for the upcoming 'Freedom Celebration' event. Other reports included fake social media posts asking for financial donations or sponsorships.
The Williamston Police Department would like to remind the public that the Town of Williamston would not call individuals asking for donations, and that you should never offer personal or financial information to anyone over the phone or on social media.
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