Last Updated on January 8, 2026 7:27 pm
BOONE – The Boone Police Department is warning residents about phone scams where callers impersonate law enforcement and demand payment to avoid arrest.
According to the department, neither the Boone Police Department nor any other law enforcement agency will call demanding money to avoid being arrested or charged with a crime — no matter how much personal information the caller may have, including name, date of birth, or partial Social Security number.
If you receive a call like this, hang up immediately. If you're still unsure, call the agency directly to verify.
The department asks residents to share this information with those who may be targeted by such scams, particularly senior citizens.
