Mountain Home, AR. – Phone scams are not an unusual thing in the modern day. One particular scam appears to be making the rounds yet again, as the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office has stated they are receiving information on it once more.
This particular scam involves the scammer posing as an agent of a law enforcement organization, sometimes using the names of actual officers. They will then communicate an urgent situation, often involving an arrest warrant, meant to pressure the victim into transferring money in some form over the phone.
In most cases, law enforcement agencies will not attempt to reach out to take payments of any form from individuals. If you receive a call of this nature, one of the best options you can take is to call your local law enforcement agency to confirm any information you’ve been given.
If you live in the Baxter County area and you feel you’ve made contact with a scammer, call the Sheriff’s Office to report it by dialing (870) 425-7000.
