Last Updated on March 18, 2025 10:31 am
The Watauga County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) would like to again alert the public of some scams that are happening in the area.
If you receive any communication from someone asking for gift cards, please verify by contacting that person directly. They may contact you through email, telephone, or social media. They may pretend to be church members, pastors, law enforcement, government officials, etc.
Often scammers have detailed and personal information about you. They use this information to make you believe they are legitimate.
IF ANYONE CONTACTS YOU AND ASKS FOR GIFT CARDS, MONEY ORDERS, OR ANY TYPE OF COMPENSATION FOR ANY REASON, PLEASE VERIFY THEIR IDENTITY BEFORE TAKING ACTION.
Once you have paid the money it is very unlikely that you will be able to get your money back.
If you have any questions, or think you may have been contacted by a scammer, contact WCSO at 828-264-3761.
