Scammers are calling residents claiming to be from the Civil Process Division of the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office. They tell victims there is an urgent legal matter and demand immediate payment to avoid a warrant. The scammers often use fake judge names and request payment through Bitcoin, Venmo, Cash App, or gift cards.
The Sheriff’s Office reminds residents that it will never demand immediate payment or ask for payment through third-party apps. Fines will always have a case number, and residents can call the courthouse to verify any fine amount and payment options…