Davidson County, NC – Residents are being urged to stay alert this week after a surge in phone scams involving callers falsely claiming to represent the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office, scammers have been actively contacting residents and impersonating deputies or office representatives. In several reported cases, callers instructed victims to return the call using a specific phone number — 336-298-8995 — which authorities say is not associated with the Sheriff’s Office.
Officials stressed that any call claiming to be from the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office and directing residents to call back that number is a fraud.
Law enforcement agencies across North Carolina have reported similar scams in recent months, often involving threats of arrest, missed jury duty, unpaid fines, or warrants in an attempt to pressure victims into responding quickly. Scammers may sound convincing and use official-sounding language to create urgency.
The Sheriff’s Office reminds residents that legitimate law enforcement agencies do not demand payments, personal information, or immediate action over the phone. Officials advise anyone receiving such a call to hang up immediately and avoid sharing personal or financial details.
Residents who believe they may have been targeted or who have already interacted with scammers are encouraged to report the incident to local authorities. Sharing information about scam attempts can help law enforcement warn others and track patterns.
Community members are also encouraged to alert family members, especially older adults, who are often targeted in impersonation scams.
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