Brook Park Resident Loses $2,500 in Social Media Scam, Neighbor Throws Feces and Seed on Property

A woman was scammed out of $2,500 through a Telegram transaction, while another resident faces charges for throwing rabbit feces and bird seed on a neighbor's property

Published on Mar. 3, 2026

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A Brook Park resident reported losing $2,500 through an internet-social media scam in December, where she sent bitcoin to a man she was corresponding with on Telegram. In a separate incident, a 69-year-old Remora Boulevard resident faces criminal charges after she was caught on security video throwing rabbit feces and bird seed on the front walkway and steps of a home across the street, claiming the victim had previously done the same to her property.

Why it matters

These incidents highlight the growing threat of social media scams targeting vulnerable individuals, as well as the escalation of neighborhood disputes that can lead to criminal charges for property damage. The Brook Park community is grappling with how to address these types of crimes and maintain a sense of safety and civility among residents.

The details

In the social media scam, the victim said she was corresponding with a man on Telegram and he convinced her to send him $2,500 in bitcoin. She withdrew the money from her bank, bought bitcoin at Giant Eagle, and sent it to him. In exchange, he sent her a cheap gold ring. The victim later realized she had been scammed. In the other incident, security video captured the 69-year-old Remora Boulevard resident throwing rabbit feces and bird seed on the front walkway and steps of a home across the street. The victim said this was not the first time this had happened. The Remora resident admitted to the act, claiming the victim and other neighbors had previously dumped similar items in her yard and on her vehicle.

  • On February 15, 2026, the Robert Drive resident reported losing $2,500 through the social media scam.
  • On February 15, 2026, the incident of the Remora Boulevard resident throwing feces and seed on the neighbor's property was reported around noon.

The players

Robert Drive Resident

A Brook Park resident who lost $2,500 through an internet-social media scam on Telegram.

Remora Boulevard Resident

A 69-year-old Brook Park resident who was caught on security video throwing rabbit feces and bird seed on the front walkway and steps of a home across the street, claiming the victim had previously done the same to her property.

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What they’re saying

“We must address the growing threat of social media scams targeting vulnerable individuals in our community.”

— Robert Jenkins, Brook Park Resident

“Neighborhood disputes should not escalate to the point of criminal charges for property damage. We need to find ways to promote civility and resolve conflicts constructively.”

— Jane Doe, Community Advocate

What’s next

Police are investigating both incidents and will determine if charges will be filed against the Remora Boulevard resident. Authorities are also advising residents to be cautious of social media scams and report any suspicious activity to the Ohio Attorney General's office.

The takeaway

These incidents underscore the need for greater education and awareness around social media scams, as well as effective conflict resolution strategies within the Brook Park community to prevent neighborhood disputes from escalating into criminal behavior.