![🚨 Fraud Alert: Ongoing Scams Targeting Elderly Residents 🚨
We are receiving increased reports of fraudulent phone calls and money scams targeting older adults in our community. These scams are often convincing and designed to pressure victims into sending money or providing personal information.
Key Details:
Scammers may claim to be law enforcement, court officials, utility companies, or even family members in distress.
Common tactics include demands for payment via gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency.
Victims are often told to act immediately and not to tell anyone.
What You Should Know:
Law enforcement will never demand payment over the phone.
No legitimate agency will ask for gift cards or crypto payments.
If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and contact the Sheriff's Office directly.
Please talk to elderly family members and neighbors about these scams. If you or someone you know has received a suspicious call, report it to us at [insert phone number].
Stay alert and help protect our community.](https://netcinity.s3.amazonaws.com/news_images/news_1754105409_449.jpg)
![🚨 Fraud Alert: Ongoing Scams Targeting Elderly Residents 🚨
We are receiving increased reports of fraudulent phone calls and money scams targeting older adults in our community. These scams are often convincing and designed to pressure victims into sending money or providing personal information.
Key Details:
Scammers may claim to be law enforcement, court officials, utility companies, or even family members in distress.
Common tactics include demands for payment via gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency.
Victims are often told to act immediately and not to tell anyone.
What You Should Know:
Law enforcement will never demand payment over the phone.
No legitimate agency will ask for gift cards or crypto payments.
If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and contact the Sheriff's Office directly.
Please talk to elderly family members and neighbors about these scams. If you or someone you know has received a suspicious call, report it to us at [insert phone number].
Stay alert and help protect our community.](https://netcinity.s3.amazonaws.com/news_images/news_1754105409_449.jpg)
Published on: 08/01/2025
This news was posted by Douglas County Sheriff
Description
🚨 Fraud Alert: Ongoing Scams Targeting Elderly Residents 🚨
We are receiving increased reports of fraudulent phone calls and money scams targeting older adults in our community. These scams are often convincing and designed to pressure victims into sending money or providing personal information.
Key Details:
Scammers may claim to be law enforcement, court officials, utility companies, or even family members in distress.
Common tactics include demands for payment via gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency.
Victims are often told to act immediately and not to tell anyone.
What You Should Know:
Law enforcement will never demand payment over the phone.
No legitimate agency will ask for gift cards or crypto payments.
If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and contact the Sheriff's Office directly.
Please talk to elderly family members and neighbors about these scams. If you or someone you know has received a suspicious call, report it to us at [insert phone number].
Stay alert and help protect our community.
News Source : https://www.facebook.com/310711371101431/posts/1217222453783647
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