Scams Continue Making the Rounds

Local authorities are reporting scams are continuing to make the rounds.

The McLeod County Communications Center and Hutchinson Police Services have received numerous calls from individuals reporting they have received phone calls from an individual claiming to be a “Sergeant Johnson” with the Sheriff’s Office.

This individual is not employed by the McLeod County Sheriff’s Office or any agency in McLeod County and authorities say the individual is using scare tactics to tell people they are in trouble for not appearing for jury duty.

If you receive this phone call, simply hang up and do not give out your personal information.

No law enforcement agency will ever contact you to request cryptocurrency, money orders, or gift card payments.