Be Aware: New Scam Claims To Be LVMPD

At this point, we're all pretty familiar with the various scams that we need to be on the lookout for. Phone scams, social media scams -- they're everywhere.

But local Las Vegans are encouraged to be on the lookout for one special scam in particular, as the latest scam to hit our city is one posing to be the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

LVMPD sent out the following in a press release: "The LVMPD has been made aware of a scam where callers claim to be a representative of the police department. These scammers are calling people around the valley and informing them they have an outstanding warrant. Victims are being told to meet at a location and pay the warrant with cash or gift cards, or being emailed a QR code that allows the scammer to be paid directly."

It's important to note that the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department does not issue warrants and would never contact an individual asking for payment over the phone or through a QR code.

What should you do if you receive the spam LVMPD scam call?

This scam is currently circulating around the Las Vegas valley, and a number of individuals are receiving the calls. You could be next. If you receive a spam call that sounds similar to the calls described above, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department says that they advise you to please hang up immediately. Don't entertain the scam callers whatsoever.

Been a victim of other online or phone scams?

Unfortunately, these types of scams have grown to be very prevalent and common, claiming victims every single day. If you've found yourself in a similar situation and fallen victim to a phone or online scam, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department advises you to visit IC3.gov and file a report.

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Each state possesses unique features that distinguish it from others, and this extends to its state patrol vehicles. Over the past decade, the American Association of State Troopers has organized an annual competition to determine the best-looking patrol cruiser among the states.

Virtually all state police agencies participate by submitting a photo of their finest patrol vehicle in hopes of having it featured on the association's yearly calendar. The sales of this calendar contribute to the American Association of State Troopers Foundation, which offers educational scholarships to dependents of troopers who are association members.

According to the association's website, the contest initially started as a friendly rivalry between the state agencies, but it has evolved into an enjoyable and positive way for community members to support and engage with law enforcement.

In the previous year, Kentucky secured the cover spot on the 2023 calendar as the winner of the contest. However, this year, the competition is fierce, and Nevada seems to be a strong contender. As of yesterday, at around 4 p.m., Nevada had taken the lead with over 104,700 votes, though Florida was close behind, trailing by only about 60 votes.

The current top 5 states in the contest are Nevada, Florida, California, Indiana, and Kentucky. To boost their chances, the Nevada State Police are actively encouraging their supporters to cast their votes through their social media channels, where they have gained substantial attention and positive feedback.

Someone commented on Facebook, "At first I liked the navy-blue vehicles but those silver/grey ones are pretty awesome and kinda blend in very well." Another person prefers the beauty of the patrol cruiser from a distance. Most of us would agree unless you enjoy the view of flashing lights from your rearview mirror.

The contest attracts a significant number of votes daily, making it a highly engaging event. Anyone can participate by casting their vote until July 31, with Survey Monkey's rules allowing only one vote per device during the contest period. You can cast your vote here.

Take a look at some of the competition below.

California Highway Patrol showcases their mesmerizing Chevy Tahoe Patrol vehicle, with their CHP Helicopter in the sky. Their photo looks like it's straight out of an action movie with the dramatics of dust blowing in the air and a helicopter whirling in the sky. As of yesterday, they are in third place with over 95,000 votes.

"We’re in it to win it and take home the three-peat! Vote for KSP to be named the best looking cruiser in the nation," says their Instgram post. Kentucky was last year's winner. As of yesterday, they're in fifth place with over 65,000 votes.

Georgia State Patrol is pushing for more votes on their social media pages. "You can't tell us Indiana State Police, Florida Highway Patrol, Kentucky State Police, and California Highway Patrol all have better looking patrol cars than the blue and gray!" they wrote on Instagram. They're currently sitting at sixth place with more than 52,000 votes.

Michigan State Police's photo features a Chevy Tahoe and a Bell UH-1H (Huey) helicopter. While not in the lead, their troopers are making their mark with more then 20,000 votes. To be fair, their car is up against a pretty impressive lineup. Florida has an alligator in front of their patrol cruiser.

Arizona is giving it their all, but they've got quite a way to go with just a little over 2,000 votes. But their car looks great along their mountain backdrop. After seeing some of their Instagram comments, their state is definitely rooting for a win. Who know, maybe they'll make a comeback by the deadline.

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