Full Notification

Sheriff Al Solomon urges residents to be aware of new scams out in the area. Two new scams have surfaced causing lots of computer viruses and costing residents money.

The first is a U.P.S. / Federal Express e-mail scam. Victims receive an e-mail from U.P.S. or Federal Express stating they have a package to be delivered but delivery cannot be made until they open an attachment that has a routing number. When the attachment is opened it starts a virus on the computer that has caused millions of dollars in loss and damage around the state. Do not open or reply to any e-mail like this. Delete it. These are not from U.P.S. or Federal Express.

The second is an e-mail sent with a photograph of an attractive female asking for a donation to help her with a modeling career or career of that type. Money is sent and it is also a scam.

Sheriff Solomon wants residents to be aware. “There are a lot of scams and with the holidays approaching it may increase. Remember this, you have the right to hang up on people who call trying to sell something or asking for donations. These scammers prey on the elderly and kind people. Tell them no and hang up! We were all raised to be polite and listen and these criminals prey on that. There are plenty of legitimate organizations to donate to if you feel the need. You can contact them. If you are ever suspicious talk to a family member or call the Sheriff’s Office and talk with a deputy. There is also a national “do not call list” you can be placed on and a deputy can give you the information and direction on doing this to eliminate some of the unwanted calls. The best advice on a suspicious e-mail is hit the delete button.”
To register on the National Do Not Call List Registry: www.donotcall.gov or call 1-888-383-1222.
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