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Danbury Residents Warned of Phone Scam Impersonating Police
Callers falsely claim to be officers demanding payment, police say
Published on Feb. 5, 2026
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The Danbury Police Department is warning residents about an active phone scam in which callers are fraudulently identifying themselves as police officers and requesting payment from residents. The department says it will never request payment, gift cards or personal financial information over the phone.
Why it matters
Phone scams targeting the public and impersonating law enforcement are an ongoing issue that can lead to financial losses and erode public trust in authorities. Raising awareness of these tactics is important to protect vulnerable residents.
The details
According to the Danbury Police Department, they have received multiple reports of the scam, in which callers are falsely claiming to be police officers and demanding payment from residents. The department stressed that they will never request payment, gift cards or personal financial information over the phone.
- The Danbury Police Department issued the warning on February 5, 2026.
The players
Danbury Police Department
The local law enforcement agency in Danbury, Connecticut that is warning residents about the phone scam.
What they’re saying
“The Danbury Police Department said it has received multiple reports of the scam.”
— Danbury Police Department (newportdispatch.com)
“Police said the department will never request payment, gift cards or personal financial information over the phone.”
— Danbury Police Department (newportdispatch.com)
What’s next
Residents who receive a suspicious call are asked to contact the Danbury Police Department directly at 203-797-4611.
The takeaway
This phone scam highlights the importance of verifying the identity of any caller claiming to be a law enforcement official and never providing personal or financial information over the phone, even if they seem legitimate.
