A New Scam Has Arrived in Wichita Falls

Wichita Falls, Texas – Another day, another scam—but this time, it’s something new. The Wichita Falls Police Department (WFPD) is warning local businesses and residents about two different scams that have recently surfaced in the area.

One scam involves fake calls for t-shirt donations, while the other is a warrant scam asking victims to pay with gift cards. Police are urging everyone to stay alert and not fall for these tricks.

Scam 1: Fake T-Shirt Donations for National Night Out

The first scam making the rounds involves fraudulent calls to businesses, where scammers claim to be part of the WFPD Community Services Division. They ask for donations for t-shirts supposedly related to the National Night Out event.

Here’s what you need to know:

The Wichita Falls Police Department does host the National Night Out.
However, they do not ask for any kind of donations over the phone.
T-shirts are not part of the event and are not distributed by the department.

If someone calls your business asking for money in the name of WFPD, it’s a scam. Hang up immediately and report the call to the police.

Scam 2: Fake Warrants and Gift Card Payments

The second scam was reported earlier this week by Wichita Falls Area Crime Stoppers. In this scam, callers pretend to be police officers and tell the victim that there’s a warrant out for their arrest.

Then, they ask the person to pay using gift cards to “clear the warrant.”

Important facts to remember:

Real police never ask for payment over the phone, especially not with gift cards.
If you get a call like this, do not share any personal information.
Hang up immediately and contact the WFPD Front Desk at 940-761-7792 to verify any claims.

These types of scams are designed to scare people into acting quickly, but knowing the signs can help you stay safe.