The Chittenden County Sheriff’s Department wishes to warn the community about a phone scam involving money being owed for a missed jury duty, according to a press release.
The scam caller is reported to have a southern accent and as asking people to obtain cash, probably by gift cards although no one has been reported to have fallen for the scam yet.
The sheriff’s office has received multiple phone calls and an in-office visit about the scam.
The phone scammer is using real and fictitious deputy names and warning that the individual report or call the department directly or they will immediately be arrested. It was also reported that the scammer is using real judges names when threatening arrest warrants issued.
If a community member receives this kind of phone call they should hang up and not provide any personal information including date of birth, social security numbers or credit card information.
The sheriff’s office never clears arrest warrants or court cases by asking for money.
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