UPDATE: Police Fundraising Calls Called Scams Were Legit, Police Say

BRANFORD, CT — Update from Branford police:

"The Branford Police Union PBA employed a reputable company named TCI (Massachusetts) participating in fundraising efforts for the PBA. The Police Department did not receive notice that these efforts began and the social media team received information, under the belief it was a scam.
We have attached a photo of the correct information. We sincerely apologize for this miscommunication."

Original Story:

Branford police are cautioning the community about a scam where residents have been getting calls from individuals claiming to be police representatives asking for donation to a "Special Event" for the Branford Police Department.

"The callers of this scam are specifically mentioning to write checks out for "Deposit Only." The scammers are also telling the person not to mail the check to the police department, rather they'll come and get the check ...at the victim's house," police wrote on Facebook.

"This is a scam!"

Branford police advise folks that if "anyone calls you requesting money and/or any personal information, do not provide any information and hang up the phone."

For those who have been a victim of this scam, call police at 203-481-4241.

"We can assist you," police wrote.