News Summary
A Knoxville woman was arrested after firing a shot during a confrontation with a man she alleged scammed her out of $300 by posing as an Xfinity employee. Lucinda Cameron-Cox faces charges of reckless endangerment after the incident, which occurred in a residential area. Following the scam, she confirmed with an actual Xfinity store that she was a victim of fraud. When the scammer returned, a confrontation escalated, leading to her firing in his direction. No injuries were reported, and she faces court on July 3.
Knoxville – A Knoxville woman, Lucinda Cameron-Cox, was arrested on May 23 after firing a shot during an altercation with a man she alleged had scammed her out of $300 under the guise of being an Xfinity employee. Cameron-Cox is facing charges of reckless endangerment involving a deadly weapon, as the shooting took place in a residential area, although no injuries were reported.
Police received a call about a disturbance on Byington Beaver Ridge Road and arrived at the scene to find Cameron-Cox distressed over the incident. According to police reports, she informed officers that she had been deceived by a man she referred to as ‘Mark’ who had promised to help her save money on her cable service. Instead, he took her money while posing as a representative of the cable provider.
In a follow-up to her suspicions of being scammed, Cameron-Cox visited an actual Xfinity store. There, she confirmed that she had been a victim of fraud and had not received any of the services ‘Mark’ claimed he would provide. Frustrated and seeking resolution, she attempted to contact the scammer once more to retrieve the promised equipment.
When ‘Mark’ returned to her residence, a confrontation ensued. The encounter escalated into a struggle, during which ‘Mark’ managed to escape in a white Volvo with North Carolina license plates. In an attempt to deter him, Cameron-Cox admitted to firing one round from a Taurus 38 Special at the fleeing vehicle. Following the incident, she expressed regret to law enforcement, indicating that she wished she had aimed to hit him rather than merely shooting in his direction.
Authorities have taken the matter seriously given its potential risks, especially considering the residential nature of the area where the event took place. The discharge of a firearm in such a location raises significant safety concerns. Fortunately, no injuries resulted from Cameron-Cox’s actions, but the reckless endangerment charge reflects the legal implications of her firearm usage in this context.
Cameron-Cox is now scheduled for a court appearance on July 3, where further legal proceedings regarding her charges will take place. This case serves as a reminder of the increasing prevalence of scams targeting unsuspecting individuals and the potential consequences of adverse reactions to such situations.
As scams become more sophisticated, residents are urged to exercise caution when dealing with unsolicited offers or in-home services. Seeking confirmation from legitimate sources, like official company representatives, is paramount to avoid becoming a victim and potentially jeopardizing both personal safety and legal standing.
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- WBIR: Knoxville Woman Accused of Shooting Man Who Scammed Her
- Wikipedia: Scams
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Fraud
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