CITY OF SPRINGFIELD WARNS RESIDENTS ABOUT FALSE SHRED EVENT INFORMATION

Springfield, IL—The City of Springfield is alerting residents that false information is circulating regarding a supposed shred event scheduled for tomorrow, October 11, 2024, at Municipal Center West, located at 300 S 7th St, Springfield, IL. This information, which states that residents are invited to securely shred up to six boxes of documents to promote identity protection, appears to be from an unknown source and is likely a scam.

The City has not organized or authorized any such event at this location. Residents are strongly advised not to bring documents to Municipal Center East for shredding. Please be cautious of potential scams, and always verify city-sponsored events through official channels.

Any legitimate events held at city buildings can be found on our official website at https://www.springfield.il.us/Calendar.aspx. If you suspect you have encountered a scam, we encourage you to report it by contacting the Springfield Police Department’s non-emergency line at 217-788-8311.

We urge all residents to stay informed and protect themselves against fraudulent activities. The City of Springfield is committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community.

For more information, please contact the City of Springfield’s Communications Office at 217-789-2235 or email communicationsdirector@springfield.il.us