Rent scam, retail theft in Saratoga
Briefly

In Saratoga, a resident was duped into wiring $6,300 for a supposedly available apartment, advertised online by a fraudster masquerading as a property management representative. This case underscores the prevalence of scams involving false pretenses. Meanwhile, organized retail theft was reported at a local Safeway, where two individuals conspired to steal around $300 worth of goods. These incidents reflect broader concerns about scams and retail crimes affecting the community.
A Saratoga resident fell victim to a scam, losing $6,300 after wiring the amount for a non-existent apartment rental falsely advertised online.
At a local Safeway, two individuals collaborated to steal nearly $300 worth of merchandise, highlighting the ongoing issue of organized retail theft.
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