phone scam

Residents who receive a call from someone claiming to represent law enforcement are advised to obtain the caller’s full name, badge number and phone number. However, residents should not follow the caller’s instructions or use a phone number provided during the call. #cookcounty #scam

Authorities said the scammers typically demand immediate payment while falsely claiming the victim has failed to report for jury duty, has an outstanding arrest warrant, missed a court appearance or subpoena, or has a family member who has been arrested and needs bond money. #scams #dupagecounty #lawenforcement

The public is advised that if they receive a call from someone claiming to be with law  enforcement to get the caller’s full name, badge number, and phone number. #scam

In this scam, the offender tells victims that a warrant is being issued because they failed to show up for jury duty... #scam

The name used by the caller matches the name of an actual Sheriff’s Office employee... #ccso #scam

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