Tax Fraud Victims

With the start of the tax season, the Stratford Police Department would like to remind residents to be aware of tax scams that occur at this time of year. The IRS will not conduct investigations over the phone or demand money from a citizen especially in the form of a money order or gift card.. If anyone should fall victim to a telephone or mail tax fraud scam they are encouraged to report the incident immediately to the Stratford Police Department. Our Police Department's role is to document the incident, provide the police report file number, and ensure the victim has the below information. IRS-Taxpayer Guide to ID Theft IRS-ID Theft Affidavit Form 10439 FTC-ID Theft Guide For further information and guidance victims can be directed to www.irs.gov and www.ftc.gov. (Stratford…

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DoingItLocal Talk Show!

Finally a talk show talkin' about what is on your mind!  Our first talk show happened at the New Colony Diner 2 on Main Street.  Diner owner Leo Koutikas hosted the even along with OnlyInBridgeport.com's Lennie Grimaldi and Derrick Fordham talk about local issues. This episode we talk about Joe Ganim and what he needs to do in the next couple of months. What was Bill Finch's undoing? Was it a legitimate concern or political correctness when an Ansonia 14 year old pledged allegiance to ISS not the flag during the Pledge of Alligence? Are you happy with Andres Ayala stepping down as head of the Department of Motor Vehicles?   Will this bring changes? What are your thoughts? Add your comments…

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