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Des Moines Sheriff’s Office Alerts Public to Jury Duty Scams: What You Need to Know

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BURLINGTON, Iowa — Officials in Des Moines County are raising alarms over a surge in fraudulent schemes involving jury duty, which have duped several residents recently. Local citizens have reported receiving intimidating calls and emails from scammers demanding money or personal information to avoid arrest. The Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office has clarified that such demands are deceptive and have no association with the usual judicial process. Scammers have been impersonating law enforcement officials, falsely claiming that the person contacted has the outstanding jury duty and will be arrested if a payment is not made … Read more

Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office Alerts Citizens to Rising Jury Duty Scam Threats

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DES MOINES, Iowa — Officials in Des Moines County are raising alarms over a series of jury duty scams targeting residents, urging the public to remain vigilant and aware of fraudulent activities. The Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office reported an increase in complaints where scammers, pretending to be law enforcement officers, demand payments for alleged missed jury duties. According to Sheriff Kevin Glendening, these scammers often use intimidation tactics, threatening arrest or legal action unless immediate payment is made. They typically ask for payment via gift cards, wire transfers, or other untraceable methods, which are … Read more

Lawyer for Columnist Alerts Judge to Trump’s Intentions of Creating Chaos amid Defamation Jury Deliberations

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Chicago, IL – The lawyer for a columnist facing a defamation lawsuit from former President Donald Trump warned a judge on Monday that Trump intends to create chaos as the jury considers damages. This latest development has added suspense to the ongoing legal battle. In a Chicago courtroom, the lawyer representing E. Jean Carroll, a well-known writer who accused Trump of sexual assault, claimed that Trump wants to sow discord and confusion among the jury, possibly to divert their attention from the main issue at hand. Carroll’s lawsuit stems from Trump’s dismissal of her allegations … Read more