Williamson County, TN – Residents across Williamson County are being warned about a scam involving fake phone calls claiming a missed jury duty summons and an active arrest warrant.
According to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, scammers are calling residents while pretending to be deputies or court officials. The callers allegedly tell victims they failed to report for jury duty and must pay money immediately to “clear a warrant” or avoid arrest.
Authorities say these calls are fraudulent.
The Sheriff’s Office emphasized that it will never call residents to demand payment, threaten arrest over the phone, or request money through gift cards, Bitcoin, Venmo, wire transfers, or other electronic methods. Officials also warn scammers may use spoofed phone numbers to appear legitimate.
Legitimate jury duty notifications, according to the Sheriff’s Office, are always sent in writing by mail, not through threatening phone calls. Anyone who truly misses jury duty would receive official documentation—not a demand for immediate payment.
Officials urge residents to hang up immediately if they receive one of these calls and avoid sharing any personal or financial information. Family members, especially older adults, are encouraged to talk with loved ones about the scam to prevent potential losses.
The warning applies to residents throughout Williamson County, including Franklin, Brentwood, and surrounding communities in Middle Tennessee.
Anyone who receives a suspicious call is encouraged to report it to local law enforcement or file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission.
Authorities stress that awareness is the best defense, urging the public to “think before you pay” and spread the word to prevent others from becoming victims.
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