Crime & Safety
Suspect Swindled Person Out Of Nearly $4K In Rent Scam In Suffolk: Police
The home was advertised on social media, but it was not available for rent, police say.
CORAM, NY— Suffolk investigators are looking for the suspect they say scammed nearly $4,000 from a person looking to rent a Coram home advertised on social media that ended up not being available.
The man posted a house for rent on social media that was not available, and received
$3,900 from the person on June 1 at around 9 a.m., police said Monday.
In a photo released by police, the man can be seen wearing an orange shirt, as he holds up a key.
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The crime has been classified grand larceny.
Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest in the case.
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Anyone with information about the incidents can submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, a confidential police hotline, or by using a mobile app which can be downloaded through the App Store or Google Play by searching P3 Tips.
Tips can also be submitted online at www.P3Tips.com.
All calls, text, messages, and emails will be kept confidential, police said.
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