Sheriff warns of phone scam
The Haywood County Sheriff’s Office has received several calls from concerned citizens regarding a phone scam that is very specific in nature when it comes to the name of the party soliciting money.
Scammers have called individuals pretending to be “Sheriff Christopher” “Major Smiley” and “Captain Moody.” These men do work with the Haywood County Sheriff’s Office.
The person who answers the phone is told there are federal warrants for their arrest and they must pay by purchasing a prepaid money card. Another method is saying the person has missed jury duty and they must pay.
These scammers use tactics that create fear and urgency in the people they call, and they are getting very specific with the names they choose. Do not fall for it. Hang up the phone.
