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SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah Highway Patrol is warning Utahns about a potential scam involving fake gold taking place on U.S. highways.
People are posing as stranded motorists and flagging down cars for assistance, the Utah Highway Patrol said on Facebook Friday. Once somebody stops for them, the scammers might try to offer fake gold in exchange for cash.
"In some cases, these scammers are also using illegal tinted covers to obscure their license plates, further concealing their identity," the highway patrol noted. "They are attempting to take advantage of the kindness that we value in our community."
Police are urging drivers to call the nearest dispatch center if they encounter anyone running this scam, or to call 911 for emergencies.
