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Scam alert: Lake County officials give warning of fake letter regarding air samplers

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MENTOR, Ohio — Editor's note: Video at the top of this story was originally published in an unrelated scam article on Sept. 24, 2021.

The Lake County General Health District is warning residents about a scam letter that has surfaced.

The warning comes Wednesday morning after LCGHD officials say they obtained information that a resident in Mentor received an unsigned letter from Lake County Health Commissioner Ron Graham.

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The letter stated that LCGHD would be placing air samplers in the resident’s homes to monitor for illness.

In a statement by LCGHD, they confirmed that the letter was a scam and that they will not be placing air samplers inside of homes or businesses in Lake County. 

Those who have received an unsolicited letter, phone call or a visit from LCGHD should contact their local law enforcement agency and report the incident to LCGHD at 440-350-2543.

No additional information was immediately available.

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