The Becker County Sheriff’s Office has been notified of a possible scam using the Becker County Sheriff’s Office Phone number (218) 847-2661.

After the individual answers the call they are informed that they have missed court in Becker County and now there is a warrant issued for their arrest. The caller then informs the individual that the warrant can be stopped if they choose to pay immediately. The caller then gives the individual a way to pay for the warrant over the phone. 

Becker County Sheriff Todd Glander said this a scam phone call. The Becker County Sheriff’s Office will not ask for payment over the phone. Individuals are advised to end the phone conversation immediately and call the local Law Enforcement Agency and the Becker County Sheriff’s Office to report the scam attempt.