August 25, 2026 – Tulare County Sheriff's Office officials report that at around 1:30 p.m. on August 13, 2026, TCSO 
Deputies received a call about an elderly victim who had given a large amount of cash and physical property to someone posing as the Apple Fraud Department and the Federal Trade Commission.
TCSO Detectives took over the investigation and learned the suspects were still trying to get more cash from the victim. On August 20, 2026, Detectives were able to set up a meeting with the suspect, 25-year-old Navdeep Singh, and he was taken into custody.
Sheriff Boudreaux would like to remind the public that these scams often pray on the elderly. They typically start by informing the victims they are unknowingly part of some financial crime or scheme. They then give the victim an out or offer a sense of security by turning money over for safekeeping until the crime has been resolved. Victims have been known to give away cash, gift cards and even gold bars. This usually happens at a public place or over the phone, and the scammer typically keeps the victim on the phone and creates a sense of urgency.
The Sheriff’s Office urges the public to make their elderly family and friends who may not use social media aware of these scams. The Sheriff’s office also understands these cases are somewhat embarrassing for the victim. However, by making a report, you can prevent someone else from becoming a victim.
If you have any information regarding this case please contact Detective Rosiles, Detective Melendez or Sgt. Rose with the General Investigations Bureau at 559-802-9400.
Source: Tulare County Sheriff's Office
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