06/23/2026
After being notified by a resident, the Sheriff's Office is warning the public about a phone scam involving callers who claim you missed federal jury duty and that a warrant has been issued for your arrest.
In this instance, the caller falsely identified himself as an investigator with our Sheriff's Office to appear legitimate.
Fortunately, the recipient of the call was quick-thinking and asked the caller a simple question: "Who is the Undersheriff of the Sheriff's Office?" The caller could not answer and immediately hung up.
Had the call continued, the scammer likely would have demanded immediate payment to avoid arrest, often requesting payment through gift cards, payment apps, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency.
Please remember:
• Law enforcement will never call you demanding payment to avoid arrest.
• Courts do not collect fines or fees over the phone.
• Jury duty notifications are generally sent through official mail, not by unsolicited phone calls.
• Phone numbers can be spoofed to appear as though the call is coming from a legitimate agency. Trust your instincts, not your caller ID.
If you receive a call like this, hang up immediately. Do not provide any personal information, banking information, or payment. These scammers rely on fear, urgency, and confusion to pressure victims into sending money.
If something doesn't seem right, take a moment to verify the information independently before taking any action. When in doubt, contact the agency directly using a publicly listed phone number.
