Most people are aware that scammers may pose as local law enforcement but many do not realize that they can actually call from what appears to be local phone numbers. The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office wants everyone to be aware and alert. “Scammers are using spoofed numbers from the Uintah County Justice Court and the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office to call folks and tell them they have a warrant,” warns the Sheriff’s Office. “They are also sending out [an official looking letter] to people’s email addresses. THIS IS FAKE, THIS IS A SCAM!!! Do not give out any personal information or account information to these scammer thieves and definitely don’t give them a penny of your money!” Anyone with questions or concerns are encouraged to call the Uintah County Sheriff”s Office at 435-789-2511 or the Justice Court at 435-781-5338.
