Downers Grove Residents Warned of Police Impersonator Scam

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Downers Grove police are urging residents to be on the lookout for a phone scam in which a caller poses as a police officer from the village and demands thousands of dollars to resolve a "legal matter". A resident received such a call on Monday and contacted the police department to verify the legitimacy of the request, allowing them to avoid falling victim to the scam.

Why it matters

Phone scams impersonating law enforcement are a common tactic used by criminals to try and trick unsuspecting victims into handing over money or personal information. This particular scam targets the trust that residents have in their local police department, making it especially concerning. Raising awareness of these types of scams is important to help protect the community.

The details

According to an update shared on the village website, the scammer called a Downers Grove resident on Monday and claimed to be a police officer. The caller then demanded that the resident pay "several thousand dollars" to resolve a "legal matter". The resident contacted the Downers Grove Police Department to verify the legitimacy of the call, allowing them to avoid falling victim to the scam.

• The scam call occurred on Monday, March 10, 2026.

What’s next

The Downers Grove Police Department is advising residents to be cautious of any unsolicited calls claiming to be from law enforcement and to verify the legitimacy of such requests by contacting the department directly.