Porter County, IN – Authorities in Porter County are warning residents about phone scams involving individuals impersonating police officers. Scammers are masking their caller IDs to appear as though they are from law enforcement, urging citizens to act cautiously.
According to the Porter County Sheriff’s Office, these fraudulent callers demand sensitive information, including Social Security numbers or payment to avoid arrest. Officials stress that legitimate officers will never request personal data or payments over the phone.
Residents are encouraged to verify any suspicious calls. If someone claims to be a Porter County officer, hang up and call the department directly at 219-477-3170. For impersonation attempts involving other agencies, contact those organizations directly.
The Sheriff’s Office advises against sharing personal details or making payments to unknown callers. Scammers often use urgency to pressure victims into compliance.
Porter County residents are urged to report suspicious calls to authorities to help prevent others from falling victim to the scam.
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