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