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Published December 30, 2008, 12:00 AM

Beware of scams targeting grandparents

Minnesotan grandparents report a new scam where a con artist impersonates a grandchild in distress. The con artist exploits the love and generosity of the grandparent by pretending to be a grandchild in trouble and in need of emergency funds.

By: By the Office of Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson, Alexandria Echo Press

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