South Florida man posing as bank employee, FBI agent stole from elderly victim, police say
Police believe there may be more people involved and ask residents to monitor the banking activity of elderly family members.
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Police believe there may be more people involved and ask residents to monitor the banking activity of elderly family members.
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The suspect remained at the scene, officers said.
A black pickup and silver SUV were searched on W. 49th St. after Hialeah police and troopers responded Saturday evening.
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The suspect remained at the scene, officers said.
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