The SDPD took to social media on Monday to warn the public of a fake parking tickets being issued around San Diego. These fake citations direct vehicle owners to make monetary donations to various organizations, mimicking official parking tickets to deceive unsuspecting individuals.
The SDPD shared an example of a recent fake ticket and advised residents that other variations might also be circulating. Legitimate parking citations in San Diego are only issued by uniformed Police Officers or San Diego Parking Enforcement Officers, and they never request payment in the form of donations to organizations.
If you see anyone place a ticket similar to the one pictured & it is not a San Diego Police-issued parking citation and it was not issued by a uniformed Police Officer or a uniformed San Diego Parking Enforcement Officer, please call the San Diego Police Department @ 619-531-2000
— San Diego Police Department (@SanDiegoPD)
Authorities are urging residents to stay vigilant and to report any suspicious parking tickets or activity involving their placement. If you see someone issuing fake tickets or receive a ticket you believe is fraudulent, you are encouraged to contact the SDPD at 619.531.2000.
The SDPD is actively investigating the situation and working to identify those responsible. In the meantime, they are asking the public to help spread awareness and to verify any parking tickets for authenticity before taking action. This proactive approach will help prevent others from falling victim to this scam.
