The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office wants to warn the public of a phone scam that is going around using a number associated with its office. The call starts with the individual claiming to be from the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office and tries to demand the phone owner to pay a large amount of money for a ring that they have said to purchase, or there is an arrest warrant out for them, and they need to post bond over the phone. The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office wants residents to be aware of this scam, as they do not collect bond money or payment for items over the phone. If anyone should receive more of this call, do not provide the individual with any information or send them any money. Report the scam call to the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office at 712-297-7583.
