05/06/2026
🚨 SCAM ALERT – BOROUGH OF LINCOLN 🚨
The Borough of Lincoln Police Department would like to make residents aware that we have recently received a high volume of scam calls and reports involving attempts to obtain personal and financial information from community members.
Many of these calls involve individuals falsely claiming to represent Medicare or other official agencies, such as the Pennsylvania Turnpike, requesting sensitive information over the phone. These scams are designed to create urgency and pressure individuals into responding quickly.
⚠️ Please Remember:
✅ Legitimate organizations will NOT call or text asking for sensitive information such as:
• Medicare numbers
• Social Security numbers
• Banking or credit card information
• Passwords or PIN numbers
🚫 If you receive one of these calls or messages:
❌ Do NOT provide personal or financial information
❌ Do NOT click links or respond to text messages
❌ Do NOT press buttons or follow automated instructions
❌ Do NOT send payment through gift cards, apps, or wire transfers
✅ Instead:
• Hang up immediately
• Delete suspicious texts or emails
• Verify information directly through official phone numbers or websites
• Report suspicious activity if needed
Scammers often rely on fear, urgency, and confusion to trick people into acting quickly. Taking a moment to pause and verify information can help prevent fraud and identity theft.
Please help us spread awareness by sharing this information with family, friends, neighbors, and especially senior citizens throughout the community.
If you believe you may have been targeted or victimized by a scam, please contact your local authorities immediately.
Thank you for helping keep our community informed, aware, and safe. 🚔
