SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Police in South Hutchinson Friday took a report about a scam known as the “White Van Scam”. The victim was pressured into buying a home surround system that was priced at over $2700.
The victim paid much less for the item in cash and later realized he had been scammed. When they took a speaker apart, they noticed it was full of concrete.
All items in the box were heavy as if full of concrete. The suspect vehicle was described as a newer white Chevrolet SUV with at least two white male occupants.
One had a longer beard and the second was clean shaven. The victim also stated there were multiple boxes with electronics in the back of the SUV.
Please be aware of this scam occurring locally and contact 911 if you come into contact with the suspects.