Dodge County Authorities Warn of Potential Scam Targeting School Band Donations
Dodge County authorities are warning residents about a potential scam involving donations intended for the Lomira school band.
Madison, WI, November 11, 2026 — Dodge County authorities have issued a public warning regarding a potential scam that appears to be targeting individuals who may wish to donate to the Lomira school band. The nature of the suspected fraudulent activity has not been fully detailed, but the warning advises caution.
Residents are being urged by officials to exercise vigilance when considering making charitable contributions, particularly those directed towards school programs such as the Lomira school band. The specific details of how the potential scam operates were not immediately available, nor were the names of any individuals or organizations allegedly involved.
Authorities have not provided information regarding the timeline of when this potential scam was first identified or any specific incidents that prompted the warning. The amount of any potential financial losses or the number of individuals affected has also not been disclosed.
The Lomira school band is a program within the school district that relies on community support and fundraising efforts. This warning suggests that individuals may be impersonating representatives of the band or the school district, or otherwise misrepresenting donation opportunities to solicit funds for illegitimate purposes. It is unclear if any official requests for donations are currently active from the Lomira school band or its associated organizations, or if the scam involves unauthorized solicitations.
No specific instructions on how residents can verify the legitimacy of donation requests or whom to contact with suspicions have been provided by Dodge County authorities in the initial alert. The contractor’s name, if applicable, was not provided. The fine amount, if any, was not provided. The cause of the potential scam was not detailed.
As the situation develops, further information may be released by Dodge County authorities regarding the methods used by scammers and specific steps residents can take to protect themselves and ensure their contributions reach the intended recipients. Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activity related to donation solicitations to local law enforcement.
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