McCracken County Sheriff’s Office warns of phone scam impersonating deputies

FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam involving callers who claim to be deputies.

According to the sheriff’s office, several people have reported receiving calls from scammers who say the person has missed jury duty and now has an outstanding warrant that requires immediate payment to avoid arrest.

Deputies emphasized that law enforcement will never request payment over the phone for fines or offer payment in place of jail time.

Residents are urged not to send money electronically, convert funds into cryptocurrency, or transfer money to anyone they do not personally know.