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UPDATED Aug 22, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET
Aug 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
Treasure Island Police detail $1.5M fraud case
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Treasure Island Police said they recovered thousands of dollars a woman lost in a complex fraud scheme earlier this year. The resident reportedly lost about $1.5 million in jewelry and precious metals after a phone call from someone claiming her assets were at risk.
WHO: Treasure Island Police Department; a Treasure Island woman
WHAT: Police shared details of a $1.5 million fraud investigation and said they recovered thousands of dollars lost in the scheme.
WHEN: Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 11:03 AM ET
WHERE: Treasure Island, Florida
WHY: The woman was reportedly targeted after receiving a phone call that led her to believe her assets were at risk.
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