Full Notification

Various scams have re-emerged in Beaufort County where fraudsters are impersonating law enforcement officers.  

Within the last week, the Sheriff's Office has received several calls from community members reporting they have been solicited by a person representing the Sheriff's Office for payment of fines or penalties related to missed jury duty or some other legal obligation.  

As a reminder, the Sheriff's Office does not accept payment for fines and penalties related to criminal matters nor will we solicit payment over the phone.  

If you receive a call from a scammer, simply hang up.  If you have a question about the information they are providing to you, ask for a callback number and reach out to our office for verification.  

Never provide any personal or banking information to callers if you don't have an established relationship with them.

Lastly, stay vigilant.  Scammers are always creating new and clever ways to defraud unknowing victims.