Union County Sheriff’s Office Issues Scam Warning
By Joe Hathaway on Tuesday, September 26th, 2023 in More Top Stories Northeastern Oregon News
LA GRANDE — The Union County Sheriff’s Office is issuing a warning to the community about a recent scam targeting residents. According to the authorities, scammers have been posing as representatives of the Sheriff’s Office, claiming that there is a warrant out for the recipient’s arrest.
In a statement, the Sheriff’s Office emphasized that individuals are typically well aware if there is a warrant for their arrest, and such notices do not come via phone calls. Scammers have been known to allege that individuals failed to show up for jury duty, missed a court date, or have unpaid fines as part of their scheme.
The Sheriff’s Office reassured the public that warrants are not issued for missing jury duty or court dates, and law enforcement agencies do not demand money over the phone for such matters. They urged residents to exercise caution and not share any personal information over the phone.
Community members who receive suspicious calls are encouraged to contact the Union County Sheriff’s Office at the non-emergency number 541-963-1017 to verify the authenticity of the call. The Sheriff’s Office also warned that these scammers are often convincing, so individuals should trust their instincts and err on the side of caution.
The Sheriff’s Office urged residents to play it safe and stay vigilant to protect themselves from falling victim to this scam and other types of phone scams.
