Durham Scam Alert: Fake Warrants & Fake Agencies

0:00It's April 26th. This is Durham News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story. Scammers in Durham County hit someone with a wild claim. They owe $30,000 for skipping federal court. The caller even texted a fake warrant that looked official, full of legal lingo. But this sharp resident paused, called the real clerk of courts, and confirmed it was all phony. Sheriff Clarence Birkhead warns these hustlers keep leveling up, faking trusted agencies to grab your money or personal data. They're not slowing down, making it tougher to spot the fakes. Key red flags stand out. No real law enforcement demands instant cash to dodger rest, especially not through gift cards, crypto, or wire transfers. Look for sloppy typos, weird jargon, or voices cloned by AI that mimic officials you know. If pressure hits hard, or feels too urgent, that's the scam signal. Hang up and dial the agency straight from their verified number. Never drop your social security, bank info, or card details to random calls.

1:03Sheriff Birkhead pushes us all to spread this alert, especially protecting elders and the vulnerable. File complaints online with the North Carolina Attorney General to fight back, stay vigilant y'all.