Spoofing. It’s a common tactic scammers use to trick people into believing that an official government office is calling them before demanding payment. Major Crimes Lieutenant McKloskey explains how to spot caller ID spoofing and protect yourself from falling victim to these scams. Remember, the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office does not call to request cash or electronic payment for arrest warrants, jury duty, subpoenas, or other legal matters. If you receive a suspicious phone call, hang up imm

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