Clay County, FL – A quick-thinking bank teller is being credited with stopping a convincing scam Thursday after noticing a customer attempting to withdraw thousands of dollars under suspicious circumstances.
According to the Florida Sheriffs Association, the teller discreetly slid a handwritten note to the customer that read, “You’re being scammed.” The warning immediately halted the transaction and prompted a call to law enforcement. Deputies with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office responded and quickly confirmed that the woman had been targeted by scammers posing as law enforcement officers.
Authorities said the victim had been pressured into believing she needed to withdraw a large sum of money to resolve an urgent issue. The scammers allegedly convinced her they were legitimate officials—an increasingly common tactic used to intimidate or confuse potential victims.
Deputies praised the teller’s judgment and credited the combined response for preventing the woman from losing a significant amount of money. Law enforcement officials warn that schemes impersonating police, federal agents, or court personnel continue to rise across Florida, often relying on threats, fake badge numbers, and spoofed caller IDs.
Residents are reminded that no legitimate law enforcement agency will demand immediate payments, ask for banking information, or instruct citizens to withdraw money to avoid arrest. Anyone receiving suspicious or high-pressure calls is urged to hang up and contact their local sheriff’s office directly.
Community members are encouraged to remain vigilant and report potential scam activity to authorities.
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