Roanoke County, VA – The Roanoke County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a new phone scam in which callers impersonate law enforcement officers and demand payment for allegedly missing jury duty.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, scammers are identifying themselves as “Lt. Grant” and insisting that residents pay fines using prepaid credit cards to avoid arrest. Authorities emphasize that no such officer exists within the department and that legitimate law enforcement will never request payment over the phone for any reason.
Officials say the scam has already generated several reports from concerned residents. The calls may appear to come from local numbers, making them seem more credible. Law enforcement urges the public not to provide any personal or financial information to unsolicited callers.
Residents who receive such calls should hang up immediately and report the incident to the Roanoke County Sheriff’s Office or the non-emergency dispatch line. Authorities also advise checking official jury duty notices through the Clerk of Court rather than relying on phone communications.
The Sheriff’s Office reminds the community that these scams often resurface under different names and titles, and residents should remain cautious year-round.
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