Post by Poor Richard on Jan 15, 2024 19:16:34 GMT -7
Montana law enforcement warn of jury duty scam
KBZK reports "Law enforcement agencies are warning Montanans about an increase in scam calls targeting residents.
According to officers, the scammers claim to be with a law enforcement agency saying the person missed jury duty.
The scammers demand money or say a warrant will be issued for the person they called.
Know that local law enforcement agencies will never call and demand payment over the phone.
If you have received a call like this, you are encouraged to hang up, look up the number of your police or sheriff’s department, and report the call."
According to officers, the scammers claim to be with a law enforcement agency saying the person missed jury duty.
The scammers demand money or say a warrant will be issued for the person they called.
Know that local law enforcement agencies will never call and demand payment over the phone.
If you have received a call like this, you are encouraged to hang up, look up the number of your police or sheriff’s department, and report the call."