Scammers using local 269 area codes impersonate officials, demand payments, in Berrien County.

The Berrien County Sheriff's Department is investigating a phone scam where callers impersonate law enforcement officials, claiming residents missed jury duty or have arrest warrants, demanding payment. Scammers use a 269 area code. The department stresses they never demand money or threaten arrest over the phone and advises residents to hang up and report such calls.

3 months ago
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