Monroe County Sheriff's Office warns of scam phone calls
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is once again reminding folks to be aware of scam phone calls.
Deputies tell News 8 they received reports of people getting calls from scammers who claim they are a police officer.
The scammers tell the victim they have missed jury duty and must pay a fee to prevent being arrested.
Deputy Brendan Hurley said the sheriff's office will never ask for money over the phone, nor will they ask people to pay with gift cards.
Deputy Hurley added this advice goes for other types of scams as well including social media links and EZ Pass.
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