Person scammed with $3,000 Apple gift card request, Kokomo IN


A person was reportedly scammed out of $3,000 by someone pretending to be a supervisor who convinced them to buy Apple gift cards.
Audio|Source: Kokomo Police and Fire, Howard County Sheriff / Fire Dispatch
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Transcript:
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Actually, I need to call at Glenmore Way.
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He had a TX[1] only.
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Reference to possibly getting scammed out at $3,000.
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He was contacted by someone offering a higher position at his workplace, who had him buy Apple gift cards.
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TX[1] only.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
[1]
TX: Telephone contact
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Location mentioned:
Kokomo, IN
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