COPS WARN OF NEW…

Red Flags to Watch For

Law enforcement officials emphasize that there are consistent warning signs:

• Demands for immediate payment
• Threats of arrest or legal action if you hang up
• Requests for unusual payment methods like gift cards or crypto
• Instructions to keep the call confidential
• Pressure to stay on the phone while withdrawing money

Police departments stress that real officers do not demand payment over the phone or ask for gift cards to resolve legal issues.