Scams Targeting Jury Duty in Multiple U.S. Regions

Multiple regions across the United States are experiencing scams involving calls from individuals impersonating law enforcement or court officials, demanding payments for missed jury duties. In Greene County, Missouri, scammers claim to be officers from the Sheriff's Office, demanding $1,200 via Apple Pay to avoid arrest for missing jury service. Similarly, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, scammers pretend to be police, probing businesses for sensitive information under the guise of authority. In Clovis, New Mexico, residents are targeted with demands for money for supposed jury service infractions, with the court emphasizing it never requires payment over the phone. The Essex County Sheriff's Office in Massachusetts warns about scams involving spoofed numbers and threats to extract payments via untraceable means like gift cards or bitcoin. Authorities stress the importance of verifying claims directly with official agencies before making any payments.