We’ve been made aware of a new phone scam affecting our community. Scammers, using a fake number, have contacted citizens demanding $2,000 for a supposed “failure to appear” for Jury Duty. The caller falsely claims to be with the courts or the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office and instructs the individual to drive to a Coinstar machine to deposit the money, promising a voucher afterward.
Please be aware:
- Legitimate agencies will NEVER ask for payments over the phone or direct you to use Coinstar machines, Bitcoin, gift cards, or Zelle.
- If someone requests payment through any of these methods, it’s likely a scam.
- Do NOT provide any personal or financial information.
- Hang up immediately if you receive such a call.
If you have fallen victim to a scam and have provided payment or account information please get in touch with dispatch at 928-445-3131 to file a report.
On This Day in History — 1680
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