Woodford County Sheriff warns of warrant scam

EUREKA – The Woodford County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about a scam involving arrest warrants. They reported on social media that residents are getting calls from individuals claiming to be from the Sheriff’s Office, stating that the potential victim has a warrant out for their arrest. The scammer even has a caller ID that shows a Sheriff’s Office number. Authorities want to remind the public that no Sheriff’s Office will demand payment over the phone. They say if you do receive a call of this type, just discontinue the call. If you have concerns about a possible warrant, they ask you contact your local Sheriff’s Office directly.