Bank employees prevented the exploitation of a 79-year-old man in Middleburg who was attempting to withdraw a large sum of money under suspicious circumstances. A 17-year-old is facing juvenile charges in connection to the incident. The article highlights the role of bank staff in identifying and stopping the fraud.
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Then police say he took him to 3 banks to withdraw over $10k Read full article: A teen told a 79-year-old man he’d clean his driveway. Then police say he took him to 3 banks to withdraw over $10kVideo shows large fight during ‘teen takeover’ at Blue Cypress Park involving over 200 teensFraud alert, bank staff helped stop alleged elder exploitation scheme at VyStar; here’s how to protect your loved onesA fraud alert and quick action by bank employees helped stop what the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says was an attempt to exploit a 79-year-old man from Middleburg into withdrawing over $10,000.an attempt to exploit a 79-year-old man from Middleburg into withdrawing over $10,000. Police say a 17-year-old was detained and is facing a juvenile charge. News4JAX is not naming the teen because he is under 18. We are identifying the victim only as “Don,” and the family friend who spoke with us as “Ashley.”According to a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office arrest report, officers were called to the VyStar Credit Union branch on Merchants Way in the Oakleaf area on Wednesday. The report says the victim, a 79-year-old from Middleburg, came into the branch around 2 p.m. and tried to withdraw $13,000 in cash. Bank employees told police they asked questions because of the man’s age and because he appeared confused, according to the report. When they checked his account, they discovered two large withdrawals had already been made earlier that day:The arrest report says employees were told the victim was being driven from branch to branch by the people waiting outside.An officer wrote that as they arrived, a white GMC Sierra pulled out of the parking lot. The officer said bank staff and a customer pointed to the truck as the suspect vehicle. Police stopped the truck nearby and detained the driver — a 17-year-old — and the teen’s brother, who was also in the vehicle, according to the report.The 17-year-old is charged as a juvenile with attempted exploitation of an elderly or disabled adult. Ashley, a friend of the victim’s family, said the incident was discovered after the victim’s daughter received a fraud alert on her phone.“Incredibly thankful,” she said. “The danger with that is incredible, like they could have hurt him.” VyStar said in a statement to News4JAX that it does not publicly share the specific criteria used to trigger fraud alerts for security reasons, adding that when an alert is generated, it is immediately routed to its internal Fraud Team for review, and branch staff are trained to report suspicious activity — particularly if a member appears confused or under pressure during a withdrawal. VyStar also told News4JAX that in higher-risk situations, it may temporarily limit account access while activity is reviewed, and law enforcement is contacted when there is evidence of a credible threat, coercion, or active fraud.The American Bankers Association recommends families take proactive steps to reduce risk and spot problems early. Key steps include:Turn on text/email alerts for large withdrawals, unusual spending, or multiple transactions in a short period.2) Use trusted contacts and legal toolsUnusual cash withdrawals or sudden changes in banking routinesPressure to pay in cash for home repairs or servicesAshley said simple check-ins and location tools can make a difference when something feels off. “Whether it’s tracking on the phone or an air tag,” she said. “Don’t hesitate, don’t wait. Take action, and clarify something if something seems off right away.”Chris Will Chris Will has joined the News4JAX team as a weekend morning reporter, after graduating from the University of Florida in spring 2024. During his time in Gainesville, he covered a wide range of stories across the Sunshine State. His coverage of Hurricane Ian in southwest Florida earned a National Edward R. Murrow Award.I need a drop top office! A spring fling then it feels like summerWhat police want parents to know about 'teen takeovers' after Arlington gathering ends in arrestsJacksonville city councilman pushing to roll out Waymo; Safety analysts have some concernsMother of 18-year-old killed at Westside Burger King serves customers, pays for meals in son’s honorJacksonville approves next step in bringing UF campus to cityPulse nightclub demolished as Orlando moves toward permanent memorial for 49 victims of massacreBehind-the-scenes look at bomb squad training at Camp BlandingCity Council holds first JEA Special Committee meeting over potential unpaid capacity feesSenate Housing Bill could boost Jacksonville’s fight against affordability crisisTime to get some green in my garden. Expert advice from Five PointsJSO shoots man who pointed gun at officers while walking toward them outside Gate gas stationJacksonville TikTok influencer advocates for expansion of trade programs in Duval County
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