Macomb County, MI – Residents across Macomb County are being warned to stay alert after reports of phone scammers impersonating employees of the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office and demanding immediate payment.
According to the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office, multiple victims have recently reported receiving phone calls from individuals claiming to be sheriff’s office employees. The callers allegedly demand money—often claiming it is required to resolve missed jury duty, avoid arrest, or clear an outstanding warrant.
Authorities stress that these calls are fraudulent.
The Sheriff’s Office says it will never contact residents by phone to collect fines, fees, or payments of any kind, and it will never request money through gift cards, wire transfers, or prepaid cards. Any demand for immediate payment over the phone should be considered a scam.
Officials are urging residents not to provide personal information, banking details, or money to anyone making these claims. If you receive one of these calls, hang up immediately.
The scam has been reported throughout Macomb County, which borders the Detroit metropolitan area, and law enforcement believes the callers may be targeting residents who are unfamiliar with jury duty procedures or legal processes.
Residents who believe they have been contacted—or who may have already sent money—are encouraged to report the incident to local law enforcement as soon as possible. Sharing information can help authorities track patterns and warn others.
Family members are also encouraged to alert elderly relatives, who are often targeted in impersonation scams.
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