The North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is warning residents about a probation scam that has been circulating. The scam involves individuals impersonating probation officers and demanding payment over the phone to avoid arrest for supposed probation violations.
The department has reported that the scammers are using official-looking phone numbers and caller IDs to deceive individuals into believing that they are speaking with a legitimate probation officer. They are then instructed to make payments through gift cards or wire transfers to avoid arrest.
Residents are urged to be cautious and vigilant when receiving unsolicited phone calls from individuals claiming to be probation officers. Legitimate probation officers do not request payment over the phone or threaten arrest for unpaid fines or violations.
If you receive a suspicious phone call regarding probation, you are encouraged to hang up and report the incident to the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. By staying informed and staying alert, residents can protect themselves from falling victim to this scam.
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