AGENCY TESTIMONY
NYPD's twofold approach to combating elder fraud
0:31:45
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28 sec
Josh Levin outlines the NYPD's two-pronged strategy for fighting financial fraud against the elderly. This approach focuses on proactive community campaigns and thorough investigative procedures.
- Emphasizes the importance of both prevention and investigation
- Introduces the concept of educating elderly community members about common scams
- Highlights the NYPD's commitment to thorough investigations when crimes occur
Josh Levin
0:31:45
I'd like to take just the next few minutes to explain our twofold approach to combating these types of crimes.
0:31:52
First, the proactive community campaigns we wage to educate elderly community members on common scams like the scenario I mentioned earlier.
0:32:03
And second, the thorough investigative steps that we take if such a crime is committed.
0:32:09
Alright.
0:32:10
So turning to the first prong, proactive approach.