Butler County, OH – The Butler County Sheriff’s Office is alerting residents to a new scam circulating across the community this week. Several individuals have reported receiving phone calls and text messages claiming they missed jury duty and now face an arrest warrant.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, these messages are completely false. Scammers are attempting to trick recipients into believing they must pay a fee or fine to avoid arrest. Officials emphasize that neither the Sheriff’s Office nor the Prosecutor’s Office will ever call or text residents about warrants or request payment over the phone.
Authorities are urging residents not to respond to these calls or messages. Instead, hang up immediately or delete the text. Anyone who suspects they’ve been targeted is encouraged to contact local law enforcement or the Butler County Sheriff’s Office directly to verify any claims.
The department continues to monitor reports and reminds residents to stay alert for evolving phone and text scams targeting the region.
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