TROY, Ala. (WDNews) — The Pike County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about phone scams involving fake arrest warrants, bonds and demands for payment.
According to the sheriff’s office, scammers may pretend to be law enforcement officers and use threats or fear to convince people to send money.
Officials remind residents that the sheriff’s office will never call and demand payment over the phone for warrants, bonds or fines.
The department also says it will never request money through Cash App, Venmo or other payment apps.
Deputies will not ask for credit or debit card payments over the phone for bond or warrant-related matters.
“DO NOT SEND PAYMENT OR PROVIDE PERSONAL OR FINANCIAL INFORMATION!” the sheriff’s office warned.
Residents who receive suspicious calls are encouraged to hang up and contact the Pike County Sheriff’s Office or the jail directly to verify any claims.
Officials are asking the public to share the warning with family and friends to help prevent others from becoming victims of these scams.
