Sat Sep 14 15:36:00 UTC 2024: ## Madison County Sheriff Warns of Jury Duty Scam

**Madison, NE** – The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to be aware of a new scam targeting locals. Scammers are calling individuals claiming they have an active federal warrant and demanding payment to avoid arrest.

Sheriff Todd Volk emphasized that neither the sheriff’s office nor the federal government will contact individuals by phone regarding warrants or request payment over the phone. These scammers often threaten arrest if the victim doesn’t immediately pay a fine using prepaid debit or gift cards.

To appear legitimate, the scammers may provide details like badge numbers, names of real law enforcement officers, and courthouse addresses.

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