March 12, 2009

San Jose seniors targeted in potential scam

San Jose has received a report of a potential elder financial abuse scam in the area. Individuals identifying themselves as representing San Jose Senior Centers are contacting area seniors, asking them about their financial assets and offering to come to their homes to discuss their financial resources.

City staff would never request this information. If any resident has been contacted or knows of someone who has been contacted by these individuals they are urged to call San Jose Police Department's 311 immediately to report the incident.

For information on Elder Financial Abuse please contact San Jose Police Department, (408) 277-5339. For information on the City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department, please contact Mona Favorite-Hill, (408) 793-5589 or mona.favoritehill@sanjoseca.gov.