New Bedford Police Report A Scam Alert

New Bedford Police are reporting a scam in our area . 

New Bedford detectives are investigating a scam that is originating out of Puerto Rico.
On two occasions yesterday citizens came into the detective division to relate that they had received a call from a party stating that a family member was involved in a car accident and had been kidnapped. The suspects demanded $900 be sent via Western Union in order for the victim to be released.
In both cases the alleged missing family members were located and were unaware of the incidents.
Anyone with information regarding this scam is asked to contact Det. Scott Brown at 508-991-6300 ext. 79508.