October 5, 2025 – Placer County Sheriff’s Office officials report that they want to warn the business community about a scam that has recently been reported in our area.

Suspects are contacting local businesses to purchase items (such as animal feed, stamps, or other goods) using a credit card.

- The items are then picked up, sometimes by a courier.

- Weeks later, the business receives a chargeback when the credit card company reports the transaction as fraudulent or stolen.

- This scam leaves the business without the product and without payment.

What businesses can do:

- Be cautious of large or unusual credit card purchases, especially from new customers.

- Verify the identity of the person picking up the items.

- If something feels off, trust your instincts and take extra steps before completing the transaction.

Please share this warning with other local businesses to help protect our community from these scams.

Source: Placer County Sheriff’s Office

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