Redmond Police issue ‘jury summons’ scam alert after several reports of callers falsely claiming to be officers, seeking info

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Redmond Police Department said it fielded multiple calls Tuesday from citizens regrading an attempted scam.

Each person stated they received a call from the Redmond Police Department’s business phone number. The person on the line represented themselves as a Redmond Police officer and was attempting to obtain personal information from citizens. The caller is using the guise of a missed jury summons.

"Please know the Redmond Police Department is not calling citizens and soliciting personal information over the phone," the news release from Lieutenant Eric Beckwith. "NEVER give your banking or other financial information to anyone representing themselves as a Redmond Police officer. If you have received this call and did give information over the phone, call your bank or financial institution immediately and report suspected fraud.:

If you’re ever skeptical regarding if you are speaking to a member of the Redmond Police Department, you can confirm the member's identity by calling their business line at 541-504-3400 or non-emergency dispatch at 541-693-6911.

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