Sumner County, TN – The Sumner County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a new wave of phone scams where callers impersonate law enforcement officers and demand money to avoid arrest or settle a warrant.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, scammers claim victims must pay over the phone to satisfy a warrant, fix missed jury duty, pay probation fees, or bail out a family member. Officials stress that real law enforcement will never request payment by phone for any reason.
Authorities advise anyone receiving such a call to hang up immediately and not provide personal or financial information. Residents who have already sent money are urged to contact the sheriff’s office as soon as possible.
These types of scams have been reported across Tennessee and often target older adults or those unfamiliar with court procedures. Officials say callers may use spoofed phone numbers to appear legitimate, sometimes even showing “Sheriff’s Office” or “Police Department” on caller ID.
Residents are encouraged to verify any law enforcement-related concerns directly by calling official department numbers, not those provided during a suspicious call.
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