BUFFALO, N.Y.(WKBW) — The Erie County Sheriff's Office is warning you to be careful if you're receiving any phone calls, as scammers have been posing as deputies asking for money.
They warn that a number of people have been getting phone calls from scammers pretending to be Sheriff's deputies saying you owe money for fines or to bail out a family member.
These callers will request payment via credit card or purchase of a gift card.
The Sheriff's office reminds you that they will never directly call you and ask for money. If you do get a call, hang up and report it to police.
