MURPHY
Scam calls countywide
The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office reports that its office received numerous calls last week regarding spam calls circulating in the area, according to a release.
These calls seem to be directed toward medical
providers in Cherokee County. The caller claims they are Chief Deputy Justin Jacobs contacting them over missed jury duty; then the caller attempts to extort money over the phone for missing it.
“Our office will never solicit money from anyone over the phone or in person. If you receive calls of this nature, hang up immediately,” the release says. “Once you pay them, the money is gone and in almost all cases is not recoverable.”
Details: If you believe you’ve fallen victim to a scam, call Cherokee County Dispatch at 828-835-3144 to speak with a deputy.
ANDREWS
Enjoy coffee with the cops
The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office’s next Coffee With a Cop is set from 8-10 a.m. Friday at Morning Fog, 1219 Main St. downtown.
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Join your neighbors and local law enforcement officials for coffee and conversation. No agenda nor speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers.
Details: Call the sheriff’s office at 828-837-2589.
Compiled by Publisher David Brown.