Account opened fraudulently to buy firearm, Columbia County WI


A person reported that someone opened an account in their name in New York and used it to buy a firearm illegally. The report was made by phone from Michigan, concerning fraudulent activity linked to an address near Clover Ln.
Audio|Source: Columbia County Sheriff Dispatch
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Transcript:
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3345, taking an identity theft slash fraud call near Clover Ln.
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My RP is currently in Michigan, needs to do the report over the phone.
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He's advising that somebody opened an account in his name in New York and bought an expensive firearm with it.
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I have him on the phone when you're ready.
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Location mentioned:
Clover Ln, Pacific, WI 53954
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