Another common scam targets the elderly, the release stated. The caller claims to be a family member in jail, hospitalized or has an urgent debt that must be paid.
Callers then ask residents to provide credit card information over the phone or to purchase a gift card to various stores for payment.
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“Unfortunately, scammers will try anything to mislead and harm innocent people, Sheriff Rob Streck said. “These scams are not new and continues to evolve as scammers change their tactics to remain successful.”
The sheriff’s office will never call residents and threaten arrest for unpaid fines, warrants or missed court dates.
If anyone receives an unsolicited call, hang up and report it to your local police department.
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