Fraudsters Impersonate Local Officials in Rising Number of Jury Duty Phone Scams
Jury duty phone scams have increased in recent times as fraudsters impersonate local officials and threaten arrest to convince victims to pay fake fines or provide sensitive information. Authorities are warning citizens to be vigilant and cautious of such scammers who continue to evolve their tactics.
A surge in jury duty phone scams has been reported, as fraudsters increasingly impersonate local officials and threaten arrest to deceive victims into divulging sensitive information or paying fake fines. The scammers often use spoofed caller ID to make it appear as though they are calling from a legitimate government agency. Authorities are warning citizens to be cautious when receiving unexpected calls about jury duty, and to verify the authenticity of any summons before providing personal details. Experts advise against engaging with suspicious callers or providing payment information under duress.
