State Police In Clifton Park Warn About Grandparent Scam

State Police in Clifton Park are warning citizens of a scam that preys on grandparents after receiving multiple calls on what is known as the “Grandparent Scam” or “Family Emergency Scam”. These scams usually involve someone calling to claim that someone’s grandchild or other relative has been arrested and a bail bondsman needs to be paid immediately. Another scam currently used attempts to convince the victim that a relative was involved in a serious accident and money is needed for medical payments.