MATHEWS, NC– Matthews Fire & EMS Department are warning people of a scam to solicit donations over the phone.
Three individuals were reportedly solicited for phone donations over the weekend and were asked for credit card information and were told donations would go to the Matthews Fire & EMS Department.
The Matthews Fire & EMS department wants people to know that they do not solicit for donations and to be aware of these scams.
The Federal Trade Commission has helpful information on its website to avoid charity scams. Anyone contacted for donations should not provide banking or credit card information over the phone and are asked to contact Matthews Police at (704) 847-4069.
