SCSO: Scam Calls Being Made, Claiming to be Sheriff’s Office

CANTON, Ohio (News Talk 1480 WHBC) – People are apparently calling county residents claiming to be from the sheriff’s office.

They are saying there’s an “urgent matter” that needs to be taken care of.

Stark County Sheriff George Maier says “it’s not us”.

The sheriff says that’s not an operating procedure of the office.

You should report any such suspicious activity to local police or the sheriff.