Scammers Impersonate Humboldt County Sheriff’s Officers

Scammers impersonate Humboldt County Sheriff’s officers

This week, the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office issued alerts via social media warning Humboldt County residents that there were scam callers impersonating the HCSO and targeting groups that might be more vulnerable to phone scams. The first set of the phone calls occurred on Monday and targeted individuals on the sex offender registry — individuals who are required to have some personal information listed publicly online. “On Monday, May 12, ou…

Adair County Sheriff reports scam

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Sheriff's office warns public about elaborate scams

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Tazewell County Sheriff's Office warns public about ongoing scam

TAZEWELL, Va. – The Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office warned the public Thursday about reports of scam phone calls where the caller falsely claims to be a deputy or supervisor with the sheriff's office.