A recurring phone scam has been making rounds again, according to the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office issued another warning on August 1, stating that scammers are calling people claiming to be from law enforcement or government agencies and demanding payment in order to avoid arrest [1]. Meanwhile, officials in New Lebanon have also warned residents about a similar scam involving fake currency. In this case, the village is cautioning its population against receiving calls from individuals who claim to be from local authorities and request payments for non-existent fines or other fees [2].
Sheriff's Office Warns of Phone Scam in San Luis Obispo County
The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office is issuing a warning about a recurring phone scam targeting residents.
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- The scams involve people claiming to be from law enforcement.
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- Different locations (San Luis Obispo County vs. New Lebanon)
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- none In both instances, the warnings highlight the recurring nature of these scams and emphasize the importance of not engaging with callers who demand immediate payment or provide fake identification. The tone in both news outlets is neutral, providing factual information without sensational language.