Fake Dog Scam Identified 

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WEST MAHONING – Police are investigating a Facebook dog scam that stole $500 dollars from a Northpoint woman.

According to police, the 69 year-old victim had tried to purchase a puppy she saw on Facebook. After sending $500 dollars through a Chime mobile banking app, at which point the group stopped all contact and the victim did not receive the promised puppy.

Police continue to investigate.

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