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Hubbard County officials warn seniors of scams
The Hubbard County Sheriff’s Office and Hubbard County Attorney’s Office collaborated to teach preventive measures at an April 29 scam alert seminar. 9:00 am, May 16, 2021 ×
Hubbard County residents have fallen victim to scams by phone, computer, mail and at their doorstep.
The Hubbard County Sheriff’s Office and Hubbard County Attorney’s Office collaborated to teach preventive measures at an April 29 scam alert seminar.
“Who here has ever won $50 million?” quipped sheriff’s investigator Bill Schlag, drawing chuckles when no one from the audience of about 30 people raised their hands.
Telemarketing fraud alone is a $40 billion per year business, said Jill Christenson, crime victims services coordinator. More than 60 percent of victims are senior citizens.
Ronald “Ron” Lyle Schlag, 71, of Park Rapids died on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at his home.
Ron was born June 14, 1949 in Milwaukee, WI to Lyle and Lorene (Altmann) Schlag. In 1951 the family moved to Courtland. After graduation Ron worked in construction as a truck driver.
Ron enjoyed flying drones, fishing, watching football and being outdoors. He recently retired. His motto: “LIVE SIMPLY, BE HAPPY.”
Ron is survived by his sons, Ben Schlag of Rochester, and Bill Schlag of Park Rapids; and his sister, Lyla Lee of New Ulm. He is preceded in death by his parents.
A celebration of life gathering will be scheduled for mid-June in the New Ulm area. Date and arrangements are currently being made.