DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. — The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) has warned residents about an old scam in which callers pretend to be law enforcement officers, using the names of real officers, that continues to plague the community.

Douglas County Law Enforcement Scammers Are Active Again

Douglas County residents have again been receiving fraudulent calls from callers using the names of real DCSO personnel to create a sense of legitimacy, claiming there is some law enforcement matter that needs attention.

The scammer pressures victims to pay the fine through gift cards or cash apps using tactics intended to create a sense of necessary immediate action.

DSCO warned about this scam several times over the past several years. Yet, the scammers continue to exploit fear and urgency.

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