EPD Warns Residents, Businesses of Fraudulent Calls Impersonating Chief Bennett
Elkins, WV, July 7, 2025: The Elkins Police Department (EPD) is warning the community about an ongoing telephone scam in which fraudsters are impersonating Police Chief Travis Bennett to solicit money. These calls have been reported since the Fourth of July weekend.
Reports have indicated that at least one person has been calling businesses, falsely identifying themselves as Chief Bennett, and requesting money. EPD has not, does not, and will not solicit payments or donations over the phone.
If residents or businesses receive such a call, or text:
- Hang up immediately.
- Do not provide personal or financial information.
- Report suspicious calls to the Elkins Police Department at (304) 636-0678.
EPD and City of Elkins officials are urging the community to remain vigilant and share this advisory with other residents who are at risk of being targeted.
Regional Task Force Announces Warming Station Opening, Plans Public Forum on Critical Challenges
Elkins, WV, January 27, 2026 — The Regional Task Force on Homelessness, Addiction, and Mental Health held its first meeting of the year on January 22, 2026. It highlighted urgent winter shelter operations, upcoming community events, and new initiatives aimed at helping […]
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City Hall News: Week of January 25, 2026
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(POSTPONED) Elkins Seeks Ideas from the Public for the 250th Anniversary of the United States’ Independence
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Read MoreRegional Task Force Focuses on Grant Opportunities and Life Skills Training
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Elkins City Council to Consider Pilot Program to Secure Public Safety in Residential Neighborhoods
Elkins, WV, December 3, 2025: At its regular meeting this Thursday, December 4, Elkins City Council will consider on first reading an ordinance that would lower the speed limit to 15 miles per hour on a large portion of residential streets in […]
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