Scammer says they’re with the City, ‘charges’ $6,000 in goods

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) — Sioux Falls Police say someone ordered $6,000 worth of supplies from a local business.

The person who picked it up said they were with the City of Sioux Falls and to just charge the city.

Police say the scammer gave a fake name.

The business eventually called the City about the “purchase” then learned that it was a fraudulent transaction.

Office Sam Clemens says the City only uses credit cards and purchase orders.

The police are investigating.