The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a new phone scam in which callers pretend to be family members in danger and demand money. Scammers may use accurate personal information and make it appear the call is coming from a family member’s phone.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office advises that if you receive such a call, hang up and contact the family member using the phone number in your contacts to confirm their safety. If you cannot reach them, call 911. Report confirmed scams to the PCSO non-emergency line at 727-582-6200…