NAHUNTA – The Brantley County Sheriff’s Office is giving a warning to residents of scammers trying to run a scheme.
“Stop. Think. Verify. Don’t give scammers your money,” said a media post by the Brantley County Sheriff’s Office.
If you get a call from someone claiming to be a family member or friend who needs money right away to get out of jail, it’s likely a scam, the Sheriff’s Office said.
“These scammers are using fear and urgency to pressure people into sending money,” the BCSO warned in a social media post. “If you receive one of these calls, do not send money or provide any personal or financial information.”
The Sheriff’s Office emphasized it will NEVER call anyone requesting bail money and bail payments are NEVER taken over the phone.
“If someone needs to be bonded out of jail, you must come in person to complete the process,” the post explained. “Please help protect your family, friends, and neighbors by sharing this post. Together, we can keep our community informed and prevent more people from becoming victims.”
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