Scam alert from the Bates County Sheriff's Office

It seem that the scammers are continuing to make their rounds in our county. The Sheriff’s Office is receiving calls regarding someone impersonating a law enforcement official in attempt to get money, prepaid cards or personal information. This is our reminder to you that we will never call you to tell you that you have a warrant and ask for payment over the phone, we will not ask you for prepaid cards for ANYTHING that requires payment, and we will not ask for your personal information over the phone.

Please do not give out banking information, debit or credit card information, personal information such as your address or social security number to anyone over the phone. The Sheriff’s Office is also NOT calling over the phone to ask for any type of monetary donations for anything. Scammers may give a “Deputy’s name” when they call to make themselves seem more legit. They often pray on elderly unassuming people, so please, if you have loved ones who may not have social media- reach out to them and let them know this information. Stay vigilant Bates County!