Morgan County, IN – The Morgan County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a new phone scam making its way through the county. Officials say an individual is impersonating sheriff’s deputies and attempting to solicit money from unsuspecting residents.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the scammer is calling people and falsely claiming they have multiple felony warrants. The caller allegedly identifies himself as a Sheriff’s Office employee and demands payment — often in the form of gift cards — to “remove” the warrants.
Authorities stress that no deputy or employee will ever call to demand money or payment for warrants. Anyone receiving such a call should hang up immediately and avoid providing any personal or financial information.
Residents who have questions or wish to report the scam can contact the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office Administration at 765-342-1080.
The department is reminding the public that legitimate law enforcement agencies do not request money over the phone and that scam calls often use fear tactics or official-sounding language to pressure victims.
Officials encourage residents to spread the word to friends, family, and especially older relatives who are more frequently targeted by such scams.
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