Scam targets families of Polk County Jail inmates

Scammers deceive Tom Green County inmate relatives with fake releases

SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage)—On April 15, the Tom Green County Sheriff's Office warned the community about a scam targeting family members of individuals incarcerated in the Tom Green County Detention Center. According to the sheriff's office, inmates' relatives are being contacted by scammers who falsely claim that there is overcrowding at the jail. Due to this issue, scammers tell family members that their loved one is eligible f…

Scam targets families of Polk County Jail inmates

The Polk County Sheriff's Office warns of a scam targeting families of recent jail inmates, urging caution and advising against sending money.

Scam Alert: Sheriff’s Office Warns Public of Jail Bond Payment Scam

SAN ANGELO, TX — The Tom Green County Sheriff's Office is alerting the public to a recent scam targeting families of individuals currently incarcerated in the Tom Green County Detention Center. Scammers have been contacting relatives of inmates, falsely claiming that due to jail overcrowding, their loved one is eligible for release. Scammers state their loved one is eligible to wear a GPS boot, but only if a bond payment is made immediately. The…