Largo police say residents have received calls from someone claiming to be the Largo police chief and requesting money. Officials warn the department does not call to ask for money to resolve an outstanding warrant, urging people to treat the contact as a scam.
WHO:Largo Police Department; callers impersonating the Largo police chief; local residents who received the calls
WHAT:Officials warn of a scam phone call impersonating the Largo police chief and requesting money tied to an alleged outstanding warrant.
WHEN:Reported Sep 8, 2026 at 9:09 PM ET
WHERE:Tampa, FL
WHY:No, Largo police does not call to ask for money to solve an outstanding warrant.
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