BUTLER COUNTY — A local sheriff’s office is warning people about a rise in jury duty scams.
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The Butler County Sheriff’s Office said people have called saying they have received a voicemail about missing jury duty, according to a social media post.
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The voice message said that Lieutenant Michael Thomas told the caller they missed jury duty.
He also stated they needed to call back or a warrant will be issued.
“This is a SCAM!” the sheriff’s office stated on its Facebook page.
They added the agency does not have a Lieutenant Michael Thomas.
The sheriff’s office added it will not make those phone calls.
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