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Threatening text message demands money in scam attempt, Hollywood FL

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Fraud

Reported: 12/10/2025 08:25 AM

Columbus Pkwy, Hollywood, FL 33021

A person at a location near Columbus Parkway received threatening text messages demanding money, possibly part of a scam involving references to family members.

Audio|Heard on: Broward County Police and Sheriff

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Transcript:
near Columbus Parkway reference text from unknown subject exchange they're going to kill him asking for money possible scam but it addresses family members names when he wants to report it 10 for a host guest

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Location mentioned:

Columbus Pkwy, Hollywood, FL 33021

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