SCAM ALERT: Clark Co.

WINCHESTER, Ky. (WTVQ) – The Winchester Police Department is warning residents of a phone scam where the caller is posing as a member of the Clark Co. Sheriff’s Department.

The scammer will tell would-be victims that they have missed jury duty and have outstanding warrants, according to officers.  Police say the scammer will then give specific instructions on purchasing a “recharge card” and will ask for the would-be victim to call them back with the card information.

Anyone who receives a call like this should be warned not to give any personal information, and not to call the number back.

Winchester Police say the caller will be a man.

Please call the Winchester Police Department or if you or someone you know contacted the man and gave them a recharge card number.