SARASOTA, Fla. – The Sarasota Police Department is alerting the public to a phone scam where individuals are falsely claiming to be Sarasota Police Officers.
These scammers are using threats of missed jury duty, arrest warrants, or outstanding fines to try to coerce victims into making payments over the phone.
Important Reminder: The Sarasota Police Department will NEVER request payment or personal financial information over the phone.
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If you receive such a call:
- Hang up immediately.
- Report the incident to the Federal Trade Commission at http://ftc.gov/complaint.
- You can also contact the Sarasota Police Department on their non-emergency line at 941-316-1199.
Stay vigilant and protect yourself from these scams!
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