Hoboken police warn residents about charity scams involving Zelle or Venmo

The Hoboken Police Department has issued a warning to residents about charity scams involving Zelle or Venmo, noting that they are already investig...

December 22, 2022
9:30 PM

The Hoboken Police Department has issued a warning to residents about charity scams involving Zelle or Venmo, noting that they are already investigating several incidents that fit this modus operandi. By John Heinis/Hudson County View According to Police Det. Lt. Jonathan Mecka, men seeking donations approach victims stating they are only accepting contributions through Zelle or Venmo. If the victim agrees to donate, the scammer then requests their phone so he can enter his account information. He then completes a fraudulent transaction and within seconds transfers a large sum of money to their preferred destination.

John Heinis