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Fraud complaint over online item purchasePortage IN

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Capitol St, Portage, IN 46368

As discussed during the dispatch call, a person reported fraud after buying an item online from Facebook. The item was described as new but did not match the description. The person asked for an officer to explain their options.

Audio|Heard on: Porter County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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190 Portage fraud complaint TX request only.
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One next.
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It is in reference to an item that...
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subject bought off of Facebook, female advertiser said new and in the box, but the item was not.
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Complaint now at home near Capitol Street, requesting an officer to discuss options.

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Location mentioned:
Capitol St, Portage, IN 46368
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