Senior Citizens Defrauded in Black History Bus Tour Scam in Harris County

Senior Scam in Harris County

• 🎯 A man identified as Shawn Shoemaker has been arrested for allegedly defrauding over 30 seniors in Harris County.
• 🚌 Shoemaker is accused of promising a Black history bus tour with planned stops in Atlanta and Memphis.
• 💸 Seniors were charged approximately $130 for the tour and lodging, but the trip never materialized.

Impact on Victims

• 💔 The money lost by the seniors came from their retirement and social security checks.
• 😔 Many seniors were living on tight budgets and had been looking forward to the trip.
• ⚠️ Victims were unable to recover their funds through direct attempts and sought help from a community program.

Community Support Program

• 💡 The Are You Okay senior program is designed to help seniors aged 65 and up avoid scams and stay connected.
• 📞 For Harris County residents interested in the program, the contact number is 713-643-6118.