Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Phone Scams

JCSO has received recent reports of scam calls to local residents requesting money to resolve warrants for missing jury duty and other supposed offenses.

Another claimed to be a Sergeant Weaver from JCSO calling for money to be paid to clear a warrant. The Sheriff’s office has also received reports on calls pretended to be from Pacific Power claiming the victim had overpaid and a refund would be sent via direct deposit.

This is a reminder, do NOT send money to someone representing themselves as law enforcement or a utility company on the phone.

JCSO and other law enforcement entities will NEVER call you to collect money. Authorities ask you to share with friends and family that may be vulnerable to such scams.

When in doubt, hang up and call the department’s official phone number (JCSO: 541-774-6800).