Cop Will Discuss Scams At Virtual 'Coffee And Conversation'

ORLAND PARK, IL — An Orland Park police officer will offer tips on how to prevent becoming a victim of various scams during the next virtual "Coffee and Conversation" event hosted by the Orland Fire Protection District and Aishling Companion Home Care. The meeting will be held from 10-11:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 25.

Officer Steve Kois will be the speaker and talk about "ruse" burglaries, IRS scams, computer repair scams and scam emails that "can look very official," according to a news release from the fire district.

Fire District "Coffee and Conversation" events normally occur monthly at the district's administration building on 151st Street in Orland Park but have gone virtual since the beginning of coronavirus-related restrictions in Illinois.

Those interested in attending Thursday's online event should contact Elizabeth Dine, the fire district's safety education coordinator, either by email at e.dine@orlandfire.org or by telephone at 708-873-2742.