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FBI issues warning about scams
The FBI Louisville Field Office is warning Kentuckians about a rise in fraud schemes in which scammers pose as law enforcement officers or government officials to extort money or steal personal information. According to the FBI, the scams often begin with an unsolicited phone call from someone using a spoofed number to make the call
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Sheriff warns residents of insurance scam
Individual reportedly visits homes, asks for policy details before leaving. CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk issued a public warning Friday about an insurance scam in the county. According to the sheriff, a man has been visiting homes under false pretenses and attempting to obtain personal information related to life insurance
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SCAM ALERT: Beware of fake arrest warrants
FRANKFORT — The Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) issued a warning Monday urging residents to be cautious of scams involving fake arrest warrants bearing forged signatures of court personnel and law enforcement officers. The AOC stated that scammers are sending fraudulent warrants and demanding payment to avoid arrest. “While such scams are not
