PEARLAND, TX --
Pearland police are warning people about a scam linked to the recent death of Houston police officer Timothy Abernethy. [SIGN UP: Get headlines and breaking news sent to you]Pearland police say someone is calling people and asking for donations for the Greater Houston Chapter of C.O.P.S., which stands for Concerns of Police Survivors.
Investigators say it's a possible scam based on the recent shooting death of Officer Abernethy. C.O.P.S. representatives say they accept donations, but never ask for them over the phone.
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