LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — Officials in Lancaster County are warning of a jury duty scam affecting residents.
According to the Lancaster County District Attorney's Office, the scam involves a caller claiming to be with the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office and demanding payment.
Officials are aware of multiple cases and believe others could be targeted.
The scam caller has identified themselves as "Detective Larry White" with the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office. The caller reportedly uses a Southern accent and tells people they've missed jury duty and must pay a fine.
The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office is reminding residents that they will never call demanding payment over the phone.
The incident is under investigation.
Anyone who has received such calls has been asked to contact the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office at 717-299-8200 or call a local police department. Do not provide payment information.
