Duty

Local Law Enforcement Impersonators Capitalize on Jury Duty Confusion with New Scam Alert

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Scammers are exploiting residents in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with a disturbing new tactic that impersonates local law enforcement officials. The scheme, which falsely accuses individuals of missing jury duty, aims to swindle victims out of their money under the guise of avoiding arrest. Authorities warn that the scammers typically contact victims via phone calls, asserting that they have failed to report for jury duty and are thus facing imminent arrest. To add a layer of legitimacy, they often misuse the names of actual law enforcement officers and local judges. Victims are urged to resolve the … Read more

Decatur County Warns Residents of New Jury Duty Phone Scam

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Decatur County, IN – Local residents have been targeted by a scam involving a fictitious law enforcement officer, prompting warnings from the Decatur County Sheriff’s Office. Reports indicate that an individual impersonating Deputy Zachary Lohmen has been contacting people, claiming they have missed jury duty and demanding payment. The sheriff’s office emphasized that no one named Zachary Lohman is employed as a deputy within their ranks. Officials are cautioning the public against providing payment information over the phone, affirming that genuine law enforcement officials do not engage in such practices. Residents were advised by the … Read more

Alaska Courts Issue Alert on Jury Duty Scams Amid New Wave of Summonses

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Anchorage, Alaska — In the coming weeks, approximately 8,000 Alaska residents will receive jury summonses from the state’s court system, accompanied by a cautionary note about potential scams. Anchorage Superior Court Judge Tom Matthews highlights a significant concern that scammers have been impersonating court officials, threatening legal consequences or demanding payments related to jury duty. This troubling issue persists as recipients prepare for their civil duties, with Matthews emphasizing the correct protocol of the court regarding jury notifications. Prospective jurors are typically contacted via email or, less commonly, through postal mail based on the information … Read more

Skeery Jones Faces an Unexpected Challenge During Jury Duty on Y100’s Elvis Duran Show

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Miami, FL — In a turn of events that combines civic duty with a touch of humor, Skeery Jones, known for his dynamic presence on the nationally syndicated “Elvis Duran and the Morning Show,” recently served as a juror. The radio personality shared his experience with his audience, providing a glimpse into a day that was anything but ordinary. Jones, who is typically known for entertaining listeners with his lively banter and charismatic energy, found himself in a very different role when he was called to jury duty. Describing his experience, Jones humorously noted the … Read more