Crime & Safety
Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office Warns Of Latest Phone Scam
The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office is cautioning the public of a new phone scam targeting unsuspecting people in the community
TUSCALOOSA, AL — The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office is urging caution among the public amid news of the latest tactic used by phone scammers in Alabama.
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The sheriff's office says the scam involves the caller claiming to be a representative with Alabama Power to solicit payment and claiming that service will be interrupted for failure to pay.
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To report scam calls or for more information on how to protect yourself from fraudulent schemes, contact the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office at (205) 752-0616.
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