Residents of Limestone County are being alerted by the Sheriff’s Office about a deceptive scam that has been making the rounds in the community. Individuals posing as officials from the sheriff’s department are making phone calls to unsuspecting citizens, falsely asserting that there is a warrant out for their arrest or that a relative is currently detained in jail. These scammers are attempting to extract money by insisting that payment be made through various platforms such as Venmo, CashApp, Bitcoin, or even through gift cards.
Authorities are strongly advising the public to remain vigilant and not to succumb to these fraudulent schemes. It is important to note that the sheriff’s department will never solicit or accept any form of payment over the phone. If you receive such a call, it is crucial to report the incident to your local law enforcement agency to help combat this ongoing issue.
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