CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (WJMC) — Scammers posing as sheriff’s deputies have been calling residents in Chippewa County, says the Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities remind people that they will not call and demand money, such as for bail or fines, and threaten jailtime if you don’t pay. Scam calls like this were reported Friday.
To avoid scams, be careful of who you share personal and financial information with over the phone and don’t be intimidated to give out that information. The sheriff’s office says, “just hang up.”