On December 5, 2012 at 1:44 PM, Officers were dispatched to a residence on the east side of Sturgeon Bay for a possible Internet scam. Upon arrival Officers were informed by the complainant that $3000.00 had been sent via Western Union to a man in Ghana. The man had contacted the complainant via Facebook asking for help with obtaining money for him to pay off medical expenses and to get out of jail in Ghana. The man identified himself as Francis Benne from 7955 Elm Street Branch, Michigan. Officers determined that there wasn't a real Francis Benne and the address given to the complainant was fake as well.
The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to remind everyone to never send money to anyone without knowing the person who you are sending it to. Make sure to never give out sensitive information such as credit card numbers, social security numbers, or banking information over the phone unless you are positive you know who you are talking to is legitimate. Never hesitate to contact Police if you have questions or concerns over phone calls you are receiving.
