If your phone rings and someone claims to be a police officer asking for money, don’t panic, but do stay alert.

The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office is sounding the alarm about an ongoing phone scam that has been targeting residents, and unfortunately, it’s not the only one happening in the region.

How the Scam Works

According to the Sheriff’s Office, scammers are calling people and posing as law enforcement officers, often using names like “Sgt. Williams.” The pitch? They claim they can help with pending legal issues or even secure the release of someone from jail. But here’s the catch: they then ask for money through apps like Cash App, Zelle, Venmo, or PayPal, or sometimes even ask victims to drop off cash at a specific location.

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