Monroe County sheriff warns residents of phone scam

Monroe County police are warning its residents about a phone scam.

The scammers are making calls claiming to be a member of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and accuses the caller of missing their court date and a bench warrant was issued for their arrest with a $45,000 bond.

The sheriff’s office says they will never contact a citizen by phone, or through social media concerning a missed court date.

If you received a phone call and provided the caller with sensitive banking or personal information, file a report by calling the Monroe County Central Dispatch at 734-243-7070.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has released several warnings and tips about similar phone scams that can be read here. More information on avoiding and reporting scams can be found on the Federal Trade Commission website.