Auglaize County Sheriff’s Office Warns Residents of Increase in Phone Scams

The Auglaize County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a recent increase in phone scams.

Scammers are posing as deputies from their office and demanding immediate payment over the phone for alleged fines or failing to fulfil legal obligations.

Scammers are able to spoof/alter the number they are calling from to make it appear they are calling from anywhere in the world.

They are reminding the community that the Auglaize County Sheriff’s Office (or any law enforcement agency) will NEVER call you and demand immediate payment over the phone.

If you receive a suspicious call, do not provide any personal information.

Hang up and report the call to the Auglaize County Sheriff’s Office at 419-739-6565 or your local law enforcement agency.

If you believe you may have been a victim of a scam, please contact the Auglaize County Sheriff’s Office immediately.