| (05/13/09) - Some Akron senior residents have
received a postcard that resembles a typical delivery notice for a parcel package. It
suggests that the package was unable to be delivered and that you need to call a toll-free
number. The card shows a price due amount in the top left corner and looks like a
legitimate packing slip. It has a tracking number, locator number, items in the parcel
contents, and a toll-free number to call. 
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When residents call the toll-free number, however, they are
asked for their credit card number for a "processing fee." This is a scam!
Do not provide your credit card information or social
security number to anyone. Most parcel delivery companies do not request payment or
personal information through unsolicited mail.
Visit Summit County Prosecutor Sherri Bevan Walsh's web
site for a list of past alerts.
http://www.co.summit.oh.us/prosecutor/srcitsafe.htm
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