Salinas Police investigating fraudulent scooter scheme

SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) - The Salinas Police Department is investigating a fraud scheme targeting the community through a fake scooter company.

According to Salinas Police, a company called the "Lightning Shared Scooter Company" has falsely promised people they could invest their own money into electric scooters and earn monthly payments.

However, the victims invested thousands of dollars, up to $50,000, and never saw any return on investment. Salinas PD has contacted 45 victims, who have lost a combined total of $250,000.

Salinas PD is telling residents to be skeptical of "too good to be true," research companies before investing, and never send money to someone you've never met in person.

If anyone has been a victim or has been contacted, call Salinas Police at 831-758-7321.