Two men impersonating federal officers knock on phone scam victim’s door at Salisbury Downs
Two men impersonating federal officers have turned up at the doorstep of a victim at Salisbury Downs after a scam call.
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Two men impersonating federal officers have turned up at the doorstep of a victim at Salisbury Downs after a scam call.
The victim received an automated phone message telling him he had a tax debt and a warrant had been issued for his arrest at 3pm on Monday.
The man suspected it was a scam and rang the number back but hung up without giving any details.
About 30 minutes later, two men turned up at the victim’s Salisbury Downs home and told him he had a tax debt.
The pair carried an EFTPOS machine and wore blue jackets emblazoned with “Federal Police” before identifying themselves as police officers.
The victim asked both men to produce identification but the pair ran away.
They are described as two men of Indian Subcontinental and Asian appearance, one aged in late 20s, the other in his 40s with an American accent.
The victim rang ATO and confirmed there was no outstanding debt. No money was stolen in this incident.
Police investigating are asking anyone who saw the two men at Salisbury Downs on Monday or have experienced any similar incidents to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
If you are dealing with police, be it state or federal, and you doubt they are legitimate, ask to see some identification or ring 131 444 to verify their identity.
Don’t provide personal details, including financial details, to anyone without first verifying their identity.