Floyd County, IN – Residents across Floyd County and the greater Southern Indiana region are being warned about an increase in phone scams where callers falsely claim to be law enforcement and demand immediate payment.
According to the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office, scammers are impersonating deputies and other officials, telling victims they have missed jury duty, have an active warrant, or owe fines that must be paid right away. Authorities say these callers often create a sense of urgency and may even spoof phone numbers to make the calls appear legitimate.
The Sheriff’s Office emphasized that it will never call residents demanding money or threatening arrest over the phone. Officials say any call that pressures someone to act quickly or pay using gift cards, wire transfers, or digital payments should be treated as a scam.
“Pause, hang up, and verify,” the department advised. If someone claims to be from the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office, residents are urged to end the call and contact the office directly using the official phone number listed on its website.
These types of scams have been reported across Floyd County, which borders the Louisville metro area, and often target older adults and those unfamiliar with court procedures. Law enforcement says scammers rely on fear and confusion to get victims to comply before they have time to think.
Officials are asking residents to share the warning with family members, friends, and neighbors to help prevent additional victims. Anyone who receives a suspicious call is encouraged to report it and avoid providing personal or financial information.
More information and official contact details can be found at www.fcsdin.com.
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