Jackson County Sheriff Says Recent Scam Calls Defrauded Victims Out of $17K
Local law enforcement agencies have seen an uptick of scam calls in recent weeks.
According to the Jackson County Sheriff's Office, these scam calls have defrauded three local victims of about $17,000.
Sheriff's officials remind residents that phone scammers are actively victimizing the Southern Oregon community. Do not send money to someone representing themselves as law enforcement on the phone.
The Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement entities will never call you to collect money and legitimate agencies will never ask for payment in the form of gift cards or bitcoin.
When in doubt, hang up and call your local law enforcement agency.
Please share this information with friends and family who may be vulnerable to such scams.
Posted on 9/21/24 6:54AM by Sam Marsh
