Woman scammed out of $9,500 over fake jail claim, Winona MN


A woman reported losing $9,500 to a man who said her niece was jailed and needed attorney fees, a scam attempt.
Audio|Source: Winona City/County Public Safety
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Transcript:
Have a fraud, near Lee St. I had a (name withheld) call in. She's saying that she spent $9,500 to an unknown male subject who called stating her niece was in jail and needed attorney money.
Have a fraud, near Lee St. I had a (name withheld) call in. She's saying that she spent $9,500 to an unknown male subject who called stating her niece was in jail and needed attorney money.
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Location mentioned:
Near Lee St, Winona, MN 55987
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