Card scam takes toll

Colfax Police Chief Bill Hickman last Thursday reported a new version of a telephone scam has surfaced in Colfax. Some residents have reported they have been victimized by the scam. The largest loss known to date is $2,500, the chief said.

The scam begins with a caller who explains to a resident he or she has been named the winner of a large cash prize. The resident is then advised that “administrative costs” have to be covered before the prize can be forwarded. Residents are advised to obtain a pre-paid credit card and send it to the caller.

Chief Hickman said most residents who have reported...