St. Louis County, MN – Authorities in northern Minnesota are alerting residents to a new email scam targeting local citizens with fraudulent invoices claiming to be from St. Louis County Planning and Zoning.
According to a recent alert from the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, multiple residents have reported receiving emails demanding money be wired to various locations. The sheriff’s office has confirmed these messages are allegedly fraudulent, emphasizing that St. Louis County will never request payments be wired, sent via gift cards, or handled in any other unorthodox fashion.
The Sheriff’s Office further stated that these scams are allegedly becoming increasingly common, with scammers often using threats or coercion to pressure victims into compliance. Residents are reminded not to send money, provide financial or personal information, or respond to unsolicited emails, text messages, computer notifications, or phone calls requesting payment.
Officials urge anyone who receives a suspicious email or notification to immediately cease communication and contact local law enforcement for further guidance. The Sheriff’s Office stressed that prompt reporting helps protect others in the community and assists law enforcement in tracking and responding to these scams.
St. Louis County authorities are continuing to monitor the situation and ask residents to remain vigilant, share information with neighbors, and educate friends and family about the ongoing scam threats.
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