FORT SMITH - The Sebastian County Sheriff’s Department says that the scammers are at it again, and released a video over the weekend showing just how official these calls can sound.
“Please beware if you are getting this recording that it is a SCAM.” the Sebastian County Sheriff’s Department said on their Facebook page. “This call is NOT coming from the Sheriff’s Office or The Courts. The individuals behind the calls are aggressive scammers trying to trick citizens in believing they have a warrant or owe a fine. The Sheriff’s Office and The Courts will NEVER call you.”
When you call the number to return the call, a telephone menu pops up with several options including the option for “civil processing” and even warns those with an emergency to hang up and dial 9-1-1.
The Sheriff’s Department says even though it sounds real, you should just call the authorities to report these actions.
“If you get a call from theses scammers or if you believe a call could be a scam, please call your local law enforcement agency.” the Department concluded.