Person reports $10,000 scam at local bank, Punta Gorda FL


A person reported being scammed out of $10,000 at a bank near Tamiami Trail and is currently speaking with the bank manager.
Audio|Source: Charlotte County Sheriff and Punta Gorda Police
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Transcript:
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425, Central, can you copy a fraud?
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On 425, this is Central.
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Can you copy a fraud?
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Go ahead, ma'am.
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Could you make contact with the complaint at Bank and Trust in the city near Tamiami Trail? Made contact with (name withheld).
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She stated she was scammed out of $10,000.
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Currently speaking with the bank manager.
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She lives in CPSO jurisdiction; they could not advise where.
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Location mentioned:
Near Tamiami Trl, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
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