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Published on Friday, July 19, 2002
in the Pensacola News Journal

Troopers warn public of solicitation scam

Florida Highway Patrol troopers are asking residents to be wary of a solicitation scam that claims to collect money for a law enforcement cause.

Troopers said the solicitors say they represent the American Association of State Troopers, and they ask for a donation to aid in the purchase of teddy bears that troopers will give to children traumatized in vehicle crashes.

Anyone contacted by this or a similar group is asked to gather as much information as possible, then call Lt. Tom Moore at 484-5000, Ext. 103.