The Alameda County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) issued a warning on Wednesday about a scammer posing as a sergeant from their department. The warning came after a Dublin resident reported receiving a suspicious phone call from an individual claiming to be an Alameda County Sheriff’s Office sergeant.
Authorities have reassured residents that neither Dublin Police Services nor the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office attempted to contact the citizen. They caution that these scam calls are typically aimed at defrauding people of their financial resources and/or personal information.
Scams like these serve as a reminder of the importance of caution when dealing with unsolicited calls from individuals claiming to be law enforcement officers. Always verify the identity of the caller and never disclose personal or financial information unless you are confident in the caller’s legitimacy.
Dublin Police Services is urging residents to report any suspicious or scam-related calls to them at 925-833-6670. This proactive approach of reporting can help protect not only the individual targeted but also the wider community by aiding in the apprehension of these fraudulent actors.