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Saturday, November 12, 2011  The Midland Police Department says a phone scam has been targeting Mid-Michigan residents.

Sunday, October 30, 2011  The Better Business Bureau has received several complaints over the last few weeks from people across the country inquiring about a company identified as UNITED COMMERCIAL CREDIT, allegedly located on E. Fort Street in Detroit, Michigan.

Sunday, August 28, 2011  A new scam tricks seniors into filing tax returns to get a refund on withholding from Social Security.

Saturday, August 13, 2011  The Better Business Bureau reports scammers are trying to sell cell phone “shields," claiming they block any dangerous cell phone emissions.

Friday, May 06, 2011  Police are warning against a phone scam, where callers are being asked to give their bank account numbers and other personal information.

Thursday, September 23, 2010  Hampton Township police are warning the public about a new phone scam.

Wednesday, July 28, 2010  There is an area code scam circulating that could result in expensive phone charges added to your bill.

Monday, March 15, 2010  State Police say scammers, posing as the U.S. Census, are calling residents, asking for personal information.

Wednesday, June 24, 2009  Telemarketers promising to lower interest rates are proved to be scammers by the BBB.

Friday, May 15, 2009  A Detroit man who got thousands of phone calls after creating toll-free numbers in the name of a well-known company has been sentenced to nearly six years in prison for fraud and identity theft. People who called the 1-800 numbers believed they were buying products from Black & Decker, a tool company.

Sunday, May 10, 2009  US Sen. Charles Schumer of New York wants to stop phone calls warning of vehicle warranty expirations.

Thursday, May 29, 2008  Don't be a victim. Isabella County Sheriff warns of Medicare phone scam.