(CBS DETROIT) Several Monroe County residents have reported falling victim to a phone scam that involves false legal threats and demands for payment via Venmo or Zelle.
According to Sheriff Troy Goodnough, the scam was reported to his office multiple times on Saturday.
The con artist poses as a law enforcement official, according to authorities, using identities like “Sergeant Moody” and “Brian Quinn.”
The scammer claims that the caller has either missed a court hearing, has a warrant for their arrest, or has not shown up for jury duty.
The con artist then threatens to have the victim imprisoned if they don’t pay using a variety of bill payment methods, including mobile payment apps like Venmo and Zelle.
According to the sheriff’s office, no law enforcement agency will call people and demand money or threaten to arrest them for any reason.
For an opinion regarding the cal, authorities advise getting in touch with the police or another reliable person.
Anyone who comes across this type of scam has to get in touch with the sheriff’s office or police agency in their area. Residents of Monroe County can call 734-243-7070 to report scams to central dispatch.
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