Jury Duty Scam Reported In Cumberland County

A jury duty scam has hit Cumberland County.

Sheriff’s office officials said they have taken numerous call from residents that have received fraudulent phone calls claiming that the victim failed to appear for jury duty. Officials said the scammer tell the victims that they can avoid arrest by paying a fine or sending in some type of money card.

Authorities said it’s a scam and that the courts and sheriff’s office would never contact prospective jurors by telephone.