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Getting calls saying you must pay to avoid arrest?

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PREBLE COUNTY — A local sheriff’s office has warned people of an ongoing scam.

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The Preble County Sheriff’s Office wrote in a social media post that residents have received calls from scammers asking for money to clear a warrant, avoid arrest, or get out of jury duty.

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“Just a friendly reminder that we will NEVER call you to ask for money to clear a warrant, avoid arrest, or get out of jury duty,” the sheriff’s office said.

They added that if anyone gets these calls, hang up and contact the sheriff’s office at (937) 456-6262.

“We can easily verify that it is a SCAM!!!!”

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