Harrison County Sheriff’s Office warns public of scams using their number

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office wants to make the public aware of ongoing scams using the office’s phone number.

The scam claims to be a deputy collecting fines to avoid arrest. The caller is requesting money through bitcoin or other electronic platforms.

Some citizens were sent a falsified arrest warrants with their names attached that appears to be signed by a representative from the sheriff’s office.

Sheriff Matt Haley wants to remind the public that the sheriff’s office will never request money over the phone or email.

If anyone receives these calls, you can stop by the station or call 228-897-1364 to verify.