PUNXSUTAWNEY AREA RESIDENTS VICTIMIZED BY IDENTITY THEFT

Several people in the Punxsutawney area had their identities stolen and used to file fraudulent unemployment claims.

According to the PSP in Punxsutawney, the investigations are ongoing. If you receive unemployment claim paperwork and have not filed, they encourage you to call the PA Fraud Hot Line 1-800 692 7469.