The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents of a scam that involves individuals falsely identifying themselves as employees of the Sheriff’s Office.
The suspects are falsely informing victims they have a warrant for their arrest for missing jury duty. The suspects then instruct the victim to obtain gift cards to pay a fine.
The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office and their employees do not solicit payment for any fines over the phone or in person.
Scammers prey on people with official sounding phone calls, using Caller ID “spoofing” to make the calls appear legitimate.
The Sheriff’s Office is advising residents to NOT give your personal information, including your social security number, out to someone who calls you. Never pay someone over the phone with a credit card, debit card, gift card or prepaid debit card unless you initiated the purchase.
If you receive a call and want to verify its legitimacy, you can always contact the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office at (316) 660-3880. If you have been a victim of this scam call the local law enforcement agency in your jurisdiction.
