Middlesex County, MA – Residents are being warned about ongoing phone scams in which callers pose as law enforcement officers, threaten arrest, and demand payment through untraceable methods.
According to the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office, scammers have recently been contacting individuals across the county, falsely claiming to be deputies or other officers. The callers allegedly pressure residents to pay fines immediately using Bitcoin, gift cards, or similar means, while threatening legal action if demands are not met.
The sheriff’s office emphasized that legitimate law enforcement agencies will never threaten arrest over the phone, demand payments via cryptocurrency or gift cards, or instruct individuals to surrender themselves based on a call.
Officials are urging anyone who receives such a call to hang up immediately and report the incident to local law enforcement. Residents who encounter these scams in Middlesex County can also contact the sheriff’s office directly at (978) 667-1711 and request the Inner Perimeter Security Unit.
Authorities continue to stress vigilance, reminding the public that scams often target people by exploiting fear and urgency. Community members are advised to share this warning with family and neighbors, particularly older adults who may be more vulnerable to such schemes.
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