ROANOKE, Va. – The Roanoke City Police Department said they’ve been made aware of a scam happening in Roanoke.
The scam involves an individual posing as a member of the Roanoke City Police Department. This individual texts the potential victim, advising them that they have a warrant out for their arrest. Police say this scammer also may have some of your personal information. The text encourages the intended target to call a specific number to take care of the warrant.
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The Roanoke City Police Department reminds people that they will not text anyone about warrants.
If you receive this text message, police say to call them at (540)-853-2212 or stop by the station and speak with an officer.