Hilliard police warn of package scam [Video]

The BBB recommends that if you get one of these packages, you should pull your credit report and check your bank statements.

HILLIARD, Ohio — The Hilliard Division of Police is warning of a package scam being reported that attempts to steal information. It’s an updated take on a “brushing” scam.

A brushing scam, according to the Better Business Bureau, is where a package shows up that wasn’t ordered. Usually, these packages lack a return address and are small items. Shady online retailers then use the recipient’s name to write fake reviews.

“It could be anything. It could be a pair of socks, a bottle of fingernail polish, a small piece of cheap trinket jewelry,” said Hilliard police Sgt. Kristopher Settles.

This scam indicates that some of the recipient’s personal information has fallen into the hands of the retailer.

The BBB recommends that if you get one of these packages, …