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Residents warned about scam involving bogus unpaid traffic citations
The Maui Police Department and the Hawaiʻi State Judiciary are warning the community about the latest scam involving bogus unpaid traffic citations. According to the Judiciary, people statewide are receiving text messages alleging to be from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The texts say that unless payment is made for unpaid traffic citations, the […]
Maui police warn public of fake jewelry scam
Maui police issued an alert, informing the public of a reoccurring fake jewelry scam in which individuals have been approaching people in the parking lots of various business throughout Central Maui.
AARP Hawaiʻi hosts Maui seminar on avoiding scams, May 4
AARP Hawaiʻi is holding a “Thinking Money” seminar at 5:30 p.m. on May 4 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
Maui Fire Department Warns Public of Unsanctioned Fundraising
The Maui Fire Department is warning the public of an unsanctioned fundraising effort that is selling unauthorized merchandise featuring the department’s logo.
Maui Police Warn of Scams Urging Victims to Purchase Gift Cards for Payment
The Maui Police Department would like to remind the public if you receive emails, phone calls, or texts from business or government entities asking you to purchase gift cards, please do not do so.
Maui Police Warn of Door-to-Door Roofing Scam Targeting Elderly
The department has received reports in which the scammers convince homeowners that their roof needs repairs, but never return to do the work after collecting payment.
Maui Police Warn of IRS Phone Scam
The potential victims are instructed to go to the bank and withdraw a large sum of money. One resident reported that the caller said he would then go to the house to collect the money.
Maui Department of Water Supply Warns of Phone Scam
The Maui Department of Water Supply is warning customers of unauthorized phone calls from someone posing as a DWS representative.
Scam Jams to Help Residents Spot Fraud Before it Happens
AARP Hawaiʻi and state agencies leading the fight against fraud will offer free public awareness Scam Jam workshops in Kīhei and Kahului on Saturday, May 30.
Maui Police Provide Tips to Avoid Being Scammed
Maui police provided some tips on how to avoid being scammed after Maui Now received multiple reports of individuals being approached outside of several businesses in Central Maui.