INC NEWS - Fw: [pac1] Grove Park Suspicious Activity

[Mike - Hotmail]

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> From: "Inv JL Bayne" <jackie.bayne at durhamnc.gov>
> To: <pac1 at yahoogroups.com>
> Sent: Monday, July 17, 2006 3:04 PM
> Subject: [pac1] Grove Park Suspicious Activity
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>>I just wanted to make Pac 1 aware that we received an email from a
>> resident in Grove Park stating he had received a letter that stated
>> his home was being foreclosed and that they (the listed company)
>> could help him avoid foreclosure. The resident's home was not or has
>> not been in danger or foreclosure, and he had never heard of the
>> company. The company mentioned in the letter was Fresh Start
>> Properties. This might be a legitimate company, however I cannot
>> find any information verifying the company. The names on the outer
>> envelope didn't match the residents, so it may just be an honest
>> mistake. However, it might be a scam by suspects attempting to gain
>> personal information from residents when they call to ask about the
>> letter. Another thought given by the resident (quick thinking, by
>> the way)is that it may be a way for the suspects to determine if the
>> home is occupied and during what hours the residents come and go.
>> There have been some break-ins in the neighborhood, and this might
>> be a way to select the next victim. If you have any infomation, or
>> know of anyone who has recived a similar letter, please give me a
>> call, so we can take a closer look at the case. There have not been
>> victims who have experienced a loss due to this letter at this
>> point. I mention again that it might be a legitimate business, but
>> be aware that it may not be, and prevention is always better than a
>> cure.
>> Investigator JL Bayne
>> Durham Police Department
>> Fraud Unit
>> 919-560-4440 ext 231
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