The impostors will tell those they have called that they can avoid arrest if they pay an immediate fine.
“As these scams evolve and spread, it’s critical that residents be aware of the underlying similarities so that they can protect themselves and their hard-earned money,” said Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian in an Oct. 24 news release. “In this case, the intended victim immediately recognized this was a scam and notified us, allowing us to alert the public.”
This news announcement was published Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019.
