Be aware of online/phone fraud

The Sheriff’s Office continues to warn residents of gift card-related scams wherein thieves are posing as law enforcement — in some cases as Sheriff Rick Ramsay.

Residents should be wary of any email/text/phone call they receive from anyone claiming to be a law enforcement official, especially those seeking money/gift card information — a sure sign you are being scammed!

Typically, the scammers will claim you’ve missed jury duty, have an outstanding warrant, or made some other false legal violation. Hang up/delete the text or email and contact the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office directly via www.keysso.net/locations

Also, be wary of online banking scams available on mobile or other electronic devices involving monetary platforms such as CashApp, PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle.

Everyone should be careful about any emails/texts/phone calls from strangers involving money. If something sounds too good to be true, it most likely is; if someone calls you asking for money, purporting to be from your bank, credit card company, the government, a charitable organization, or anyone else, take the time to check it out carefully before giving anyone money or any personal information.

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