Pasco County, Florida – The Pasco Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about ongoing IRS phone scams during peak tax filing season, prompting renewed public safety awareness.
According to a social media post published Friday by the Pasco Sheriff’s Office, scammers are calling residents and falsely claiming they owe money to the Internal Revenue Service. Victims are allegedly told that failure to pay immediately will result in an arrest warrant being issued.
Authorities emphasized that the IRS does not call individuals to demand payment over the phone and does not request payment through gift cards or wire transfers.
The sheriff’s office advised anyone receiving such a call to document the phone number and the caller’s claimed name or title. Residents are urged to avoid making payments or providing personal information over the phone.
Officials also reminded the public that anyone who believes they may have been targeted or victimized should report the incident to law enforcement and file a complaint with the IRS through the official reporting system at IC3.gov.
Tax-related scams tend to increase during filing season, when more residents are in contact with tax preparers and government agencies. Law enforcement officials say heightened awareness can help prevent financial loss.
The warning may be particularly relevant for students, young workers, and first-time filers navigating tax season for the first time.
Authorities encourage residents to share scam alerts with friends and family to reduce the risk of fraud across the community.
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