Apr 28, 2009 6:37 am US/Eastern
Victim Describes Bucks Co. Scammer
BENSALEM, Pa. (CBS 3) ―
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Police say this man has been posing as a distressed motorist and convincing victims to give him cash in Bucks County.
CBS
Police in Bucks County are warning residents to be on the lookout for a scam artist who has been preying on Good Samaritans.
Bensalem Police said a white male in his 30s has been approaching people in area parking lots, saying he is in need of cash to help pay for a broken down car.
The suspect has victims withdraw between $50-150 in cash before dropping him off at an area gas station or parking lot. He promises to refund the funds, but never follows through.
According to police, the suspect has victimized 10 people in several towns including Bensalem, Warrington, Bristol and Hatboro.
"He's a very smooth talker, he's very persuasive, he's a scam artist, he's a con," said one victim who lost approximately $1,000.
Authorities described the suspect as a white male, 5'8" tall, 170 pounds with short gray hair and a partial beard. When captured, he is facing theft by deception charges.
If you have any information, please contact Bensalem Police.
Police warn you should never pick up a stranger or have them sit in your car. Instead, call 911 to get assistance from an area police officer.
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