Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Warns Residents of Phone Scam Impersonating Deputies
MACON, Ga. – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is alerting the public to a phone scam targeting local residents. Scammers are calling individuals, claiming to be deputies from the sheriff’s office, and stating that the recipient or a family member has an outstanding arrest warrant or other legal violation.
Some callers have targeted family members of currently incarcerated inmates, claiming the inmate can be released on an ankle monitor if money is sent immediately. The scam uses technology to “spoof” the sheriff’s office phone number, making the call appear legitimate.
Important safety tips from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office:
- Do not send money or meet the caller in person.
- All fines and inmate bond payments are processed in person at official government facilities.
- The sheriff’s office will never make threatening calls, demand payment over the phone, or offer inmate release for money.
If you receive a suspicious call, write down the number and the name used by the caller. To verify the legitimacy of any contact, call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Center directly at 478-746-9441.
The sheriff’s office urges residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
