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The Maui Police Department is warning the public about a recurring fake jewelry scam.
The department has received recent reports of individuals approaching people in the parking lots of various Central Maui businesses asking if they would like to purchase jewelry, according to an MPD post on its Facebook page Wednesday.
The individuals say they are in desperate need of cash and that they have been robbed and have no identification or funds to buy airline tickets to return home, the post said.
Police are asking members of the public not to purchase jewelry from anyone who approaches them on the street. A reputable vendor will have a brick-and-mortar store, pop-up shop or verified e-commerce website.
Anyone who has been approached to buy jewelry or who has observed something suspicious or unusual should report it by calling (808) 244-6400 or 911 in an emergency.