Calhoun County, MI – Residents across Calhoun County are being warned to stay alert after new reports of phone scams in which callers impersonate law enforcement officers and threaten arrest if immediate payment is not made.
According to the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office, scammers have recently contacted residents claiming to be administrative staff or deputies with the department. In these calls, victims are allegedly told they are facing arrest warrants and must pay fines or fees right away to avoid being taken into custody.
Authorities say some scammers have gone a step further by circulating fake “Order of Arrest” documents in an attempt to make the calls appear legitimate. The sheriff’s office emphasized that these documents are fraudulent and not issued by the department.
The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office stressed several key reminders for the public. Law enforcement will never demand payment over the phone, and officials will not request payment through Bitcoin, gift cards, wire transfers, or other untraceable methods. Any call that threatens immediate arrest unless money is sent should be treated as a scam.
Residents are encouraged to hang up immediately if they receive such a call and avoid sharing personal or financial information. Anyone who believes they may have been targeted or victimized is urged to report the incident to local law enforcement.
Officials are also asking community members to share the warning with friends, family, and neighbors, particularly older adults and others who may be more vulnerable to phone scams.
The alert applies to Calhoun County, which includes communities such as Battle Creek and Marshall in south-central Michigan. Investigators say public awareness is one of the most effective tools in preventing further victims.
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