Scammers deceive Tom Green County inmate relatives with fake releases
According to the sheriff's office, inmates' relatives are being contacted by scammers who falsely claim that there is overcrowding at the jail. Due to this issue, scammers tell family members that their loved one is eligible for release and can wear a GPS boot. However, this can only be done if a bond payment is made immediately.
TGSO shared that scam callers frequently request payment through gift cards, a wire transfer or other non-traceable methods. Scammers often use public information to sound credible and may spoof the caller ID to make it look as if it is a government number.
'The Tom Green County Sheriff's Office does not solicit or accept payment over the phone for inmate release under any circumstances. If you receive such a call, it is a scam. Hang up and report it immediately.'
If you or someone you know has been targeted by this scam, the sheriff's office urges you to make a report by calling their office at (325) 655-8111.
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