Scammers are hard at work doing what they do best. Finding ways, old and new, to suck the money from their latest victims. The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office is alerting the public of an old scam making the rounds again. “If you receive a call from someone saying they are with the Sheriff’s Office or they actually use a real or former deputy’s name telling you that you missed court, jury duty, or owe money for a fine and they’re demanding immediate payment or you will get arrested, THIS IS A SCAM!” shares the Sheriff’s Office. “We will NOT at any time call and demand payment of any fine over fear of arrest. If you have questions or concerns about a potential scam call, hang up and call Central Dispatch at 435-789-4222 and speak with a real deputy, we will be happy to talk to you.” This is true for other law enforcement agencies as well. Contact your local agency if you have concerns about a potential scam call you received.
