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L.M.Police Crack Down on Gift Card Fraud | L.M. & Abington Schools Welcome Kindergarten Registration
Jamie Buck
February 07, 2024
In Today’s Huntingdon Valley Insider:
📅 Wednesday, February 7, 2024
🚔 L.M.Police Crack Down on Gift Card Fraud at CVS
👧 L.M. & Abington Schools Welcome Kindergarten Registration
🚨 U.M. Police Investigate Theft of Landscaping Trailer
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Lower Moreland Police Crack Down on Gift Card Fraud at Local CVS
In a recent operation, the Lower Moreland Police Department apprehended two individuals, Liu Zhangcai, 54, and Wang Kai-Liang, 31, for their involvement in a gift card fraud scheme at the CVS store located on the 600 block of Welsh Road in Huntingdon Valley. The arrests took place on Sunday, February 4, around 4:00 pm, following a report to the police about suspicious activities involving gift cards within the store.
Store personnel had observed one of the suspects concealing gift cards in his jacket, prompting them to alert the authorities. Police officers responding to the call discovered the suspects hiding behind a nearby building. Upon detaining and searching them, officers found a stack of gift cards on one of the individuals, noting anomalies such as irregular glue patterns on the card packaging and altered CVV codes, replaced with stickers.
Further investigations revealed that the suspects might be part of a larger, organized crime group known for manipulating inactivated gift cards and substituting them with counterfeit versions, posing significant financial risks to unsuspecting consumers and businesses alike.
Zhangcai faces multiple charges, including forgery, possession of counterfeit or altered access devices, receiving stolen property, and open lewdness. Kai-Liang is similarly charged with forgery, possession of counterfeit or altered access devices, and receiving stolen property.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of gift card fraud and the importance of vigilance among both consumers and retailers. The Lower Moreland Police Department's swift action underscores their commitment to combating such fraudulent activities and safeguarding the community's financial security.
Lower Moreland and Abington Schools Welcome Kindergarten Registration for 2024-2025
Families in the Abington and Lower Moreland School Districts can now mark their calendars for kindergarten registration for the 2024-2025 academic year, signaling the start of an exciting educational journey for their young ones. Abington School District has opened its registration process on Wednesday, February 7, welcoming children who will be turning five on or before September 1, 2024.
To aid in the process, the district provides a Residence Zones map for parents to verify their child’s assigned elementary school, ensuring a smooth transition into the academic environment. New families to the district and those with existing students in Abington schools are encouraged to pre-register through specified links provided by the district. For families unable to access the online pre-registration system, the Child Accounting department is available for assistance via phone or email.
Concurrently, Lower Moreland schools have adopted a virtual approach to kindergarten registration, utilizing Google Meet to facilitate the process without necessitating an in-person visit to the district office. This method underscores the districts' adaptability and commitment to making the registration process as accessible as possible for all families.
While Abington and Lower Moreland move forward with their registration processes, details for kindergarten registration in Upper Moreland, Jenkintown, Cheltenham, and Springfield schools are anticipated to be announced shortly, ensuring all families in the region have the information needed to prepare for their children's educational future.
Upper Moreland Police Investigate Theft of Landscaping Trailer in Willow Grove
Upper Moreland police seeking information about trailer stolen from Willow Grove storage lot The Upper Moreland Police Department is investigating the theft of the pictured dump trailer from a storage lot at 3575 Davisville Road in Willow Grove. Police said the trailer was captured traveling southbound on Easton Road at Keswick Avenue in Abington Township on Saturday, February 3 at 6:22pm. Photos suggest the trailer was towed by a silver of white SUV and has a JMK Landscaping logo on the sides and rear. If you have any information on the trailer, you can contact Officer Amanda Rossetti at [email protected] or Det. Sgt. Todd Smith at [email protected].
Answer to Yesterday’s Question
Which entertainment venue in Huntingdon Valley is known for captivating audiences with magic shows, offering an intimate theater experience?
Correct Answer: B) Smoke & Mirrors Magic Theater
Smoke & Mirrors Magic Theater in Huntingdon Valley provides a unique and intimate setting for magic shows that are enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. This venue stands out for its engaging performances and has been highlighted for not disappointing audiences who love magic.
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The excitement of discovering a handwritten card or letter in the mailbox is a universal joy. This thrill might stem from the effort and thoughtfulness it takes to write a card amidst our busy lives, the knowledge that someone was thinking of us when they chose the card, or the charm of receiving something tangible in our fast-paced, digital world. Celebrate the art of personal connection by participating in National Send a Card to a Friend Day.
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