Arlington Heights, IL – Police are alerting residents to an increase in phone scams this week, with callers falsely claiming to represent law enforcement or government agencies. The scam involves demands for payment of bonds or debts over the phone.
According to the Arlington Heights Police Department, no legitimate law enforcement or government agency will ever request payment by phone. Officials emphasized that residents should never share personal or financial information with unverified callers.
The department said the latest scheme involves callers pressuring victims to make immediate payments, often using threats of legal consequences. Authorities stressed that if a call is truly important, the agency or individual will leave a voicemail.
Police are urging residents to hang up on suspicious calls and avoid answering numbers they do not recognize. Community members who believe they may have been targeted are encouraged to report the incident directly to police.
This warning comes as scams targeting Illinois residents continue to rise, with similar reports across Cook County and the greater Chicago area. Authorities say education and awareness remain the best defense against fraud.
Anyone who receives a suspicious call is advised not to engage and instead verify information through official government or police contact numbers.
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