NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas – A new scam artist has been operating in the New Braunfels area, claiming to own a phone that was “pinging” inside his targets' home.
The New Braunfels Police Department is warning the public about this new scam and posted a warning on their Facebook page.
The man would ring the resident’s door bell and present a phone with the “Locate my iPhone” app showing that his lost phone was inside the resident’s home.
The scam artist is described as a Hispanic male in his late teens, or early 20s.
He visited two homes and was able to give specifics about the daily movements of the potential victims.
If someone approaches you with this same story, please call New Braunfels police by dialing 911 or call the non-emergency number at 830-221-4100.
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Posted by New Braunfels Police Department on Monday, January 23, 2017