El Paso Sheriff's Office Issues Alert on Jury Duty Phone Scams

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office has issued a warning to residents about a new phone scam involving individuals impersonating sheriff's officials. Victims are being falsely informed that they have missed jury duty and face arrest warrants, with scammers demanding payment to avoid legal consequences. The Sheriff's Office emphasizes that they never request payment via phone, text, or email, and do not threaten arrest in this manner. Residents are advised to refrain from sharing personal information or sending money to such callers. If targeted, individuals should report the incident to local law enforcement and verify warrant status by contacting the Sheriff's Office directly.

Key Details: • Do not provide personal information or money to callers claiming to be from the Sheriff's Office. • The Sheriff's Office does not collect fines or fees over the phone. • Report any suspicious calls to local law enforcement. • Elderly individuals are often targeted; inform them about this scam. • For warrant inquiries, contact the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Warrants Division at (915) 273-3762.