The callers are posing as Sheriff's Office employees.

Shutterstock photo.
(Ripley County, Ind.) – Beware of telephone scammers impersonating Ripley County Sheriff’s Office employees.
According to the Ripley County Sheriff’s Office, the scammers are calling residents regarding missing court dates, missing jury duty, or having an outstanding fine or warrant.
Residents are reminded to never provide personal information even if the caller ID appears to be a local number or number listed on a county website.
No law enforcement agency collects payments of any type over the phone.

Indiana's Strengthened Animal-Cruelty Law Provides New Tools to Prosecute Serious Neglect
Ripley County Film Fest Moves to February 2027, Film Submissions Now Open
Talking and Teaching Signs Installed at Ludlow Hill Park
Ripley Crossing Car Show Raises Funds for Alzheimer's Research
Seven Brew Grand Opening Set for September 21
Ripley Co. K9 Receives Protective Vest


