Richmond, Indiana – The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about scammers allegedly posing as deputies and demanding payment for fake warrants, prompting renewed fraud concerns across the county.
According to a Facebook notice posted Monday, callers are telling residents they have outstanding warrants and must immediately send money, often through Bitcoin or other digital payments. Officials emphasized the Sheriff’s Office does not collect money over the phone and does not typically call residents about active warrants.
Authorities said anyone receiving a similar call should disconnect immediately and contact the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office directly at (765) 973-9393 or reach out to local law enforcement.
The department also urged residents to share the warning to prevent others from becoming victims.
Phone-based impersonation scams remain a recurring issue nationwide, often targeting older residents, students, and young workers unfamiliar with warrant procedures. Law enforcement agencies routinely stress that legitimate officers will not demand payment over the phone.
Officials did not indicate how many reports have been received but said awareness is key to stopping the fraud.
Residents are encouraged to verify any suspicious call through official, published phone numbers rather than numbers provided by the caller.
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