Four California seniors lose over $315,000 in crypto, gift-card and timeshare scams in just 24 hrs

Four seniors in Petaluma, California, reported separate scams within 24 hours, with suspected losses totalling more than $315,000. Police said the scams involved cryptocurrency, timeshares and gift cards. The department has warned residents to verify payment requests, ask questions and avoid acting under pressure. Police also urged people to check in on older neighbours and family members to help protect them from scams.