Crime & Safety
Scammers Calling Alameda Residents, Police Warn
The scammers claim that residents owe the City money for permits.
ALAMEDA, CA — Alameda authorities are warning of scammers claiming to be city employees who call to request payments for permit applications.
The callers request payments for permit fees, saying these are required under the permit center's new system, according to the Alameda Police Department.
Officials said Thursday that the city does not call permit applicants to request payments. Anyone who gets a scam call should not provide any personal information.
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Residents and business owners can verify the authenticity of a call by contacting the City of Alameda's Permit Center at (510) 747-6800.
If someone believes they have been the victim of a scam, they can contact the non-emergency line at (510) 337-8340 to file a report.
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