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Alert Issued in Fond du Lac: Beware of Jury Duty Scam Pretending to be Sheriff’s Office Calls

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FOND DU LAC, Wis. — Authorities in Fond du Lac County are issuing a caution regarding an ongoing jury duty scam, alerting residents to be wary of fraudulent calls. According to the sheriff’s office, this scam surfaced noticeably on April 4 and 5, with numerous reports from local citizens being lodged with law enforcement. The scheme involves an individual who masquerades as a Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office officer. Utilizing advanced technology, these fraudsters manipulate the caller ID to display the Sheriff’s Office Communications Center’s non-emergency number, thereby enhancing the deceit’s credibility. Potential victims … Read more

Beware of Scammers Pretending to Be Law Enforcement Officials targeting Jury Duty Avoid Jail Time

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PHILADELPHIA, PA – A concerning and persistent scam involving jury duty is plaguing victims across the nation. Individuals have reported receiving phone calls from individuals claiming to be law enforcement officials, alleging that they failed to report for jury duty and demanding immediate payment or face potential jail time. Recently, a viewer reached out to News 8 On Your Side, recounting a similar experience. They received a call from someone purportedly from the Pennsylvania sheriff’s department, questioning their absence from a federal grand jury summons. The caller attempted to convince the viewer that paying fines … Read more