WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) — A California man is charged with scamming elderly people in Central Wisconsin and is jailed in Marathon County.
William Comfort is believed to be part of a ring that has preyed on folks in the area using the “grandparent scam.”
The perpetrators call the victims claiming to be their grandchild and needing money. In these recent cases, Comfort is accused of showing up at the victims’ homes and demanding money.
Reports include a Marathon County woman losing nearly $50,000 and a Taylor County woman losing $9500. She was able to get a description of Comfort’s car and also gave authorities his phone number which led to the arrest.
The 27-year-old is facing charges in Taylor and Waupaca counties as well as in Marathon. A judge on Wednesday determined that there is enough evidence to proceed to trial. Another court appearance is scheduled for October 21st.
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