Dalton Police warn of Facebook Army chaplin scammer

Dalton, GA (WDEF) – Dalton Police warn people to be cautious about giving money online.

They’ve gotten several reports of a person claiming to be an Army chaplin on Facebook.

Officials say the suspect appears to target older people.

They say he’ll befriend them and then ask for money or donations of “care packages” for soldiers.

Police say if you only know someone from online and they’re asking for money; it’s probably a scam.

Police say to verify online charities before sending them money.