Impersonators

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

Beware of Nationwide Scam: Impersonators Target Citizens with Fake Calls Threatening Arrest for Jury Duty

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Scammers impersonating law enforcement officers, including U.S. Marshals, have been threatening individuals with arrest for not appearing for jury duty, prompting caution from Chief U.S. District Judge Timothy J. Corrigan and U.S. Attorney Roger B. Handberg. The Middle District of Florida has seen a rise in reports of victims falling prey to this nationwide scam. The scammers provide detailed personal information about the victims, such as addresses and dates of birth, to make their tactics more convincing. They may even use real names of federal judges or court employees, genuine court addresses … Read more