Huron County, OH – Authorities are warning residents about a phone scam after a New London resident received a call from someone claiming to be “Collin Simons” with the Huron County Sheriff’s Office. The caller reportedly told the resident they had unpaid fines and would be arrested if they failed to pay immediately.
According to the Huron County Sheriff’s Office, no employee by that name works there, and deputies never contact residents to collect fines or request payments. Officials said the call is part of a fraudulent scheme designed to scare victims into sending money or providing personal information.
The Sheriff’s Office emphasized that legitimate law enforcement agencies do not demand payment or threaten arrest over the phone. Residents who receive similar calls should hang up and avoid sharing any personal or financial details.
Anyone targeted by this scam is urged to contact the Huron County Sheriff’s Office directly or report the incident through their non-emergency line.
Officials continue to remind the public to stay vigilant against impostor scams, which often increase during the holiday season.
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