Pacific County Sheriff’s Department Warns Of Scams

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 5:38 AM

If they ask you to buy gift cards because of an "error", hang up!

The Pacific County Sheriff’s Department took to social media to warn the public that there are a lot of scams that are trying to take your money. The scams that have been reported are based on three categories: romance, investments, and extortion. The Sheriff’s Department said that in the last two months there have already been scams reported in Pacific County resulting in $1.5 million being lost. If you feel uneasy about a possible scam, reach out to family, friends, or law enforcement about suspicious activity.

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