The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office reported a new scam that is circulating through the community where the scammer attempts to convince the recipient that they failed to appear for jury duty.
The Sheriff’s Office stated that a law enforcement officer reported a call he received from the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office phone number where the caller identified himself as Deputy Mike Hobbs. The caller attempted to convince the officer that he failed to appear for jury duty and continued to attempt to “rectify” the situation.
The Sheriff’s Office stated that the call is a scam, and the department does not call citizens about jury duty. Those who receive the call have been instructed to withhold any information that may be requested, and if questions form, hang up and call the Sheriff’s Office administration line at 765-564-2413 and dial option 1.
