BUFFALO, N.Y.(WKBW) — The Erie County Sheriff's Office has issued a warning as scammers have been posing as deputies asking for money.
The sheriff's office said several people have been getting phone calls from scammers pretending to be deputies and telling people they owe money for fines or to bail out a family member.
These scammers will request to be paid through a 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.
