The Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office warns residents about scam texts posing as warrant notifications that demand Bitcoin for bond payments. The office clarifies that they do not use text messages for such communications and advises verifying any calls claiming to be from them. Residents can confirm warrant status directly through the sheriff’s office or Case.Net.
The Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office has raised alarms over scam text messages that are targeting local residents. These deceptive messages purport to be “warrant” notifications, suggesting that the recipient owes a bond. To complicate matters, they demand payment via Bitcoin, which adds an extra layer of urgency to the situation for those who receive them.
In a statement, the sheriff’s office made it clear: they do not send warrant notifications through text, phone calls, or postal mail. Importantly, they confirmed that there will be no requests for payment of any kind using Bitcoin. This kind of communication falls outside their standard operating procedure.
While it is typical for the sheriff’s office to contact community members by phone or visit their homes for legitimate official business, handling warrants through such messages is simply not how they operate. If you receive a suspicious phone call from someone claiming to represent the sheriff’s office, the advice is to hang up immediately and verify by calling the main office at 816-586-2681.
For those who may be concerned about active warrants, they can reach out directly to the Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office or check their status online through Case.Net. This public access to information helps ensure transparency and aids in clearing any wrongful perceptions these scams might create in the community.
