The Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office and the Benton Police Department are warning the public about an active phone scam targeting area residents.
Scammers are spoofing the Benton Police Department’s telephone number so it appears on caller ID as though the call is coming directly from the department. The caller then identifies themselves as a Benton Police officer or even the Chief of Police, often using the names of actual department personnel to make the call appear legitimate.
The scammer falsely claims the recipient is the subject of an investigation, has outstanding warrants, or has failed to comply with a court order. They then attempt to pressure the victim into providing personal information or making an immediate payment to avoid arrest…