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Jian Jian Yu arrested after $40,000 impersonation scam prevented

Suspects impersonated Microsoft, Citizens Bank and the FBI and told a victim to withdraw $40,000; the victim contacted police before surrendering any money and an arrest was made.

Published Aug 21, 2026, 8:34 AM EDT | Northampton Crimewatch

On August 13, 2026, Upper Chichester Township police responded to a fraud report in which callers impersonating Microsoft, Citizens Bank and the FBI instructed a victim to withdraw $40,000 and leave it outside for pickup. The victim became suspicious, contacted police before surrendering any funds, and 35-year-old Jian Jian Yu was arrested in connection with the incident. Yu faces multiple charges including criminal conspiracy, financial exploitation of an older adult, theft by unlawful taking, receiving stolen property, criminal use of a communication facility, and access device fraud; all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.