Fake 'Deputy' Claims Residents Have Jury Duty Warrants: Police

ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL — A caller posing as an Elk Grove Village police officer has been telling residents they have warrants for missing jury duty and must turn themselves in, according to a department warning.

Residents reported receiving calls from someone identifying himself as "Deputy Greg Williams." Police said the department does not employ an officer by that name and does not make those types of calls.

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In another reported incident, the impersonator left a voicemail requesting a return call while claiming to represent the department.

Anyone receiving a similar call should hang up. Residents with concerns about a call's legitimacy can contact the Elk Grove Village Police Department directly at 847-357-4100.

The department also urged residents to:

• Be suspicious of callers who create a sense of urgency or demand immediate action.
• Never provide personal, financial or sensitive information to unsolicited callers, even if they claim to represent law enforcement or another government agency.

Police encouraged residents to share the warning to help others recognize the scam.