The Pella HyVee and Pella Police Department are reminding citizens about the dangers of scams with wiring money to other people.
Store Director Derek Sparks tells KNIA/KRLS News that many other HyVee stores have reported an uptick in suspicious activity with money orders, and reminds customers to be careful with their finances.
Pella Police Detective Justin Bailey says they receive reports of scams on a weekly basis, and issues a similar warning.
“Never wire funds when using Craigslist or other internet shopping services, never give our your financial information when doing business or transactions, and never send money or wire funds to a stranger or someone you are not familar with.”
Sparks says they will often times prevent money orders from going through if they feel the intent of those receiving funds may be malicious.