Weld County, Colorado – A reported phone scam in Weld County cost a resident $1,200 and prompted renewed warnings from the sheriff’s office.
According to the Weld County Sheriff’s Office, deputies recently took a report from a victim who allegedly received a fraudulent call from individuals posing as sheriff’s office employees. The caller ID displayed “No Caller ID,” and two male suspects allegedly told the victim they were affiliated with the agency.
Authorities said one suspect provided the name “Brandon Holloway” along with a supposed badge number, described himself as having a southern accent, and allegedly claimed to be the victim’s superior. A second suspect did not provide a name or badge number, and officials said nothing about the voice distinguished it as legitimate.
Investigators said the callers allegedly told the victim they had a “Class B infraction” and a failure to appear, demanding payment. The victim ultimately transferred $1,200 through Apple Pay.
The sheriff’s office emphasized that law enforcement will not threaten arrest over the phone for unpaid debts and will not request payments through gift cards, prepaid cards, money transfer apps, wire transfers, QR codes, kiosks, or cryptocurrency.
Officials also warned that scammers can spoof phone numbers to make calls appear as though they are coming from the sheriff’s office. Residents are urged to hang up and call the agency directly at (970) 350-9600 to verify legitimacy, or dial 9-1-1 in emergencies.
Scams like this often target working adults and students managing tight schedules, making quick verification especially important for commuters and young professionals.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Weld County Sheriff’s Office.
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