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Glendora Police Warns Residents of Possible Phone Scam

Officers say recent phone calls seeking cash donations for the Glendora Police Department may be part of a scam.

Glendora Police are warning citizens to beware of phone calls from unofficial fundraisers soliciting cash donations for the Glendora Police Department.

Sgt. Matt Williams said one citizen called the department alerting them that a man who identified himself as Eric Thorton is calling residents asking for cash donations for the Glendora Police Department.

“He is not affiliated with the Glendora Police Department and we did not ask for him to solicit on our behalf,” said Williams.

“To be fair, when you call that number, it goes back to the Fraternal Order of Police, which is a legit organization, but they’re not calling on our behalf,” Williams added.

Glendora Police warns residents to be cautious when making donations from unsolicited phone calls and to be sure fundraisers are approved by the actual organization.

Williams said it is unknown how many other residents were contacted by Thorton.

Have you received phone calls from this person asking for donations? Tell us in the comments section below.

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just my opinion May 19, 2013 at 12:07 pm
GPD is great! The entire force protects this great city! There are many other facets that make GODRead More run smoothly. We cannot forget about the auxiliary, the cadets... So many other folks that also make GPD as great as it is!!!
just my opinion May 19, 2013 at 12:03 pm
Glendora Police Department is the best! They are fast, courteous and remember, when your in need,Read More they don't question... The simply come right way!
jammer May 18, 2013 at 04:34 am
Go, go GPD. It is nice to be appreciated, but even better when someone acknowledges it.