Wappingers Falls Police

Frequently Asked Questions &
Community Programs
Annoyance Calls ?
Annoyance Calls ?
Nuisance Phone Calls

For all that the telephone brings,
many of you have experienced annoyance
and harassing phone calls.
Please read the following guidelines to help.
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  • Never admit to a stranger that you are alone.
  • Consider having a unlisted phone number
  • NEVER give out personal financial information
    or credit card information from people you don't know
  • Legitimate organization and charities solicit for
    funds by phone if you are interested in a cause
    described by a solicitor , ask them to send you
    information by mail.
  • For harassing calls hang up immediately.
    most callers are seeking a emotional response
    and will cease calling if you avoid showing reaction.
  • If you are receiving repeated calls make a note of
    the date and time of each call and the characteristics
    then contact the police department for further
    information and instructions.
      
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