Kankakee County Alert: Gift card computer scam causes $25,000 in local losses, police warn

Bradley, IL – A new scam has emerged in Kankakee County, targeting unsuspecting victims with fraudulent computer pop-ups.

According to Bradley Police, individuals received a pop-up alert about a virus or security issue, prompting them to contact a scammer at a provided phone number.

After contact was made, victims were reportedly tricked into purchasing gift cards and sharing the details with the scammer, leading to financial losses. One victim reported a loss of about $22,000, while another lost just under $3,000.

Authorities urge the public to ignore unsolicited requests for personal information and to report suspicious or fraudulent activity to local law enforcement authorities.