Scammers claim arrest of WSU athletes, demand money to keep name private
WSU student athletes targeted by scammers
Pullman Police are warning that scammers are targeting Washington State University student athletes and their families.
PULLMAN, Wash. - A new scam is targeting parents of student-athletes at Washington State University, authorities say.
PULLMAN, WA - NOVEMBER 23: A Washington State Cougars football helmet sits on the field of Martin Stadium prior to the game against the Utah Utes on November 23, 2013 in Pullman, Washington. (Photo by William Mancebo/Getty Images) (Photo by William Mancebo/Getty Images)
According to the Pullman Police Department (PPD), scammers are impersonating police officers and calling parents, telling them their child has been arrested.
Authorities say the scammers then request money to "keep their name out of the press."
The PPD says this is a scam and is warning people not to provide personal information or money to anyone they don’t know.
Anyone who believes they are a victim of this scam is encouraged to call the PPD’s non-emergency line at 509-332-2521 to file a report.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
The Source: Information for this story came from multiple social media posts by the Pullman Police Department.
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