New Kent County warns of scammers impersonating law enforcement
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NEW KENT COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- The New Kent County Sheriff's Office has warned residents of scammers impersonating deputies to contact community members.
On Tuesday, Jan. 6, the sheriff's office shared a post that said scammers are calling New Kent residents, falsely stating they have an arrest warrant for missing jury duty and demanding payment as a resolution.
Residents are asked to remember:
- The sheriff’s office will never call and ask for payment
- They'll never demand payment over the phone, by gift cards, prepaid cards or electronic payment apps
- Any jury-related issues are addressed through official court paperwork and not phone calls
If you receive a call similar to this, do not provide personal information. Hang up the phone immediately and report the call to the New Kent County Sheriff's Office.
