Bowling Green Police Issue Warning on Pine Straw Scam

The police department of Bowling Green, a vibrant city in Kentucky, is alerting its residents about a new scam that’s making rounds in the area. According to an official communication from the department on social media, a group of scam artists is persuading homeowners to purchase pine straw for their landscaping needs at a substantially low estimated cost. However, once the work is finalized, the victims are handed an inflated bill running in thousands, exceeding the initial quote.

Expensive Surprise Post Completion

In a shocking instance, a homeowner was given an estimate of a little over $100 for a landscaping job. Unaware of the impending scam, the resident agreed. However, after completing the job, the group demanded a shocking $3,700 claiming it as the final bill for the services rendered. The unsuspecting residents find themselves cornered, forced to pay disproportionately hefty prices for a service they had agreed upon at a much lower estimate.

Scammers Identified

The scammers have been identified by the police as a group of three men, who can usually be seen in a white pickup truck pulling a screened-in trailer. The police department is urging residents to refrain from engaging in any business dealings with this group.

Proceed with Caution

The Bowling Green Police Department has strongly advised locals to not engage with this group or similar outfits. The department recommends residents to take a firm stand by declining their services, irrespective of how compelling the offer might seem. Further, residents are urged to promptly report such encounters to the police.

Stay Alert, Stay Safe

Scams like these, which lure unsuspecting victims with the promise of affordable services, only to cheat them with inflated prices, are unfortunately a common occurrence. The police department is working relentlessly to bring the culprits to justice. However, it is also a reminder for individuals to remain vigilant against such fraudulent activities and to carefully consider and verify the credentials of the service providers before engaging in transactions. Taking precautionary measures might save individuals from becoming victims of such scams.