Knox County – Indiana State Police and Vincennes City Police are currently investigating several complaints involving a phone scam. According to Indiana State Police Detective Rob Dellion, a person or persons claiming to be from the Indiana State Police are making phone calls to businesses in the Vincennes area and asking for donations to purchase coats for children.
Please remember there are genuine organizations that solicit money for various causes, but the Indiana State Police is not attempting to raise money for children who need coats. Indiana State Police encourages everyone to be cautious when donating over the phone.
