Craighead County

Local resident scammed by phony Apple Support

JONESBORO, Ark. —A local resident has become the latest victim of a scam, this time perpetrated by individuals posing as Apple Support, according to a report filed with the JPD on Thursday. The incident took place between May 24 and May 25, during which a 67-year-old woman was coerced into [read more…]

Greene County

Scammers spoofing Greene County sheriff

PARAGOULD, Ark. – The latest scam being perpetrated in NEA involves the criminals pretending to be the authorities. The Greene County Sheriff’s Office announced the scam in a post to social media on Monday, saying it was brought to their attention that one of the GCSO’s phone numbers, 870-236-7612, has [read more…]

Regional

AG Alert: Con Artists Guilty of Jury Scam

LITTLE ROCK— Attorney General Leslie Rutledge is warning Arkansans to be wary of con artists attempting to convince unsuspecting consumers that they have missed jury duty and are facing law enforcement action. The scammers often call consumers under the guise of representing a law enforcement agency or court official, claiming [read more…]