Williamson County residents beware of phone calls coming from 512-213-0691.
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office has been made aware of a scam involving a fraudulent caller who identifies him or herself as a deputy with the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office. According to the reports the caller stated that the victim had an outstanding warrant and failed to appear in court. The caller then instructed the victim to go to a store and buy several gift-cards for the amount of $2,500.00 in order to avoid going to jail.
The number the fraudulent caller used is 512-213-0691.
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office does not call anyone with an outstanding warrant. To verify a warrant with the sheriff’s office the individual must come into the sheriff’s office with a picture ID or have an attorney fax a request.
Call 512-943-1300 or visit
www.wilco.org for more information.