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CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL WARNS OF PHONY CALLS

November 15, 2012 (San Diego) -- The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has received calls from San Diego residents stating that they have been contacted by individuals claiming to be a law enforcement employee.  The callers will identify themselves as members of the California Highway Patrol, will provide false information regarding a loved one or relative and make various demands.  Many times the caller will use the name of the person being called. 


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