Florence County Sheriff’s Office warns of rising scams where fraudsters impersonate deputies or agencies like the SC DMV, IRS, or SSA to steal money via fear tactics.
Common Tactics
- Arrest Warrant Calls: Claim missed jury duty warrants; demand immediate payment via credit/gift cards to avoid arrest (spoofed local numbers, fake deputy names).
- Jail Family Scam: Urgent calls/texts say a relative’s jailed (local or abroad), needs bond wired fast.
- DMV Texts: Fake unpaid tickets; click link or face license suspension.
- Others: Sweepstakes wins or tax issues requiring quick payments.
Key Advice
Real agencies never demand payment over phone/text for warrants/fines—hang up, verify directly. Delete suspicious messages/links without clicking. Report to FCSO; never share personal/financial info.
Smart heads-up amid your SC crime follows, bhai—scammers prey on panic. Stay sharp.
