August 6, 2024
By: Dwayne Page
Sheriff Patrick Ray has issued a scam alert warning!
“We had someone report a scam today (Monday) in which a scammer used a local officer’s name and said the victim missed jury duty and owed a fine and if they did not pay the fine, they would get arrested. This is a scam,” said Sheriff Ray. “Law enforcement does not call people and tell them to pay fines with Apple cards, Blue Dot cards, gift cards, or Bitcoins. If you get a call like this do not give them any money or personal information. Hang up the phone. If you think you owe a fine, you can always call the DeKalb County Circuit Court Clerk’s Office at 615-597-5711,” Sheriff Ray said.