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MPD says teens soliciting donations for fake summer camp

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The Moscow Police Department has alerted the public about three teenagers soliciting funds for a fictitious summer camp in the Conestoga Street and Panorama Street areas. These individuals claimed the camp was sponsored by the Palouse Prairie Charter School, but police confirmed that no such camp exists. Officers are actively investigating reports received from Monday and Tuesday regarding this scam. Residents are encouraged to share any information or video footage they may have of the suspects. To report tips, the public can contact the police department at (208)-883-7065, referencing case number 25-M04789.

This situation raises awareness about the prevalence of scams in the community, especially targeting unsuspecting residents. Police also recently issued a warning about a separate phone scam impersonating a Whitman County deputy. Such incidents underscore the importance of vigilance against fraudulent activities in local neighborhoods.

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