TCSO Warns Of Scammers Posing As Bail Bonding Agents

Tuscaloosa AL

04 January, 2021

4:00 PM

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TUSCALOOSA, AL — The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office is warning the public to be aware of scammers posing as bail bonding agents. TCSO says the scam callers will inform the potential victim that they are working on a bond for a friend or loved one. Click here to subscribe to our daily email newsletters and breaking news alerts delivered to your inbox and mobile devices for free. You can also support local journalism by donating as little as $5 a month to become a supporting member or by downloading our free Patch mobile app. Investigators say if you receive one of the calls, to make contact immediately with the person supposedly arrested. Those targeted can also call the actual agency the caller is claiming to represent. TCSO cautions against sending Green Dot cards, money grams, or iTunes cards in response to these calls, in addition to warning against giving out personal information. If you believe you may have been a victim of a phone scam or want to report fraudulent activity, call the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office at (205) 752-0616. Follow Patch here for updates or on Facebook and Twitter.