Calls from this line are almost certainly a phone scam masquerading as a police fundraiser. The pattern—no voicemail, brief rings, and a claim that local law enforcement is already aware—matches known impersonation tactics. Hang up immediately, block the number, and report it to your carrier and the FTC. Never share personal or financial info, and if you’re curious, verify any police‑related requests directly with the official department. Keep a log of repeat calls and consider enabling call‑blocking features to reduce future nuisance.
This number is currently out of service and is being utilized by callers for spoofing purposes.
The caller hung up immediately after I answered and greeted them
A brief call that ended with a hang-up, without any message or communication.
The call was received, but no message was left behind, with the call only ringing three times before ending.
Four consecutive calls were received from this number, with no messages left, and my AT&T Call Protect flagged it as a Potential Fraud with severe reports.
After researching this number, it's clear that it's a scam, as they call without leaving a message.
Despite the Lancaster Police issuing a warning, I received a call from this number on my cell phone, which I did not answer, and no message was left.
Upon searching, it appears this number is associated with a dubious police donation scam, which is not registered as a legitimate non-profit organization with the IRS.
The call was brief, with no message left. It's believed to be a scam, particularly since the Lancaster County PA police are already aware of similar fraudulent activities posing as the police department, as reported in recent news.