Press Release via Frederick Police Department: The Frederick Police Department warns the community of an increase in fraudulent ransom scams In November of 2022, the Frederick Police Department investigated two occurrences related to a virtual kidnapping ransom scam.  During these investigations, it was found the suspect(s) called the victims advising a family member was being held captive, demanding a ransom be paid for their release. … Continue reading Frederick Police Warns Community of Virtual Kidnapping Ransom Scam