Fake federal warrant calls are targeting Kentucky residents

If a caller says you have a federal warrant, it is probably a scam. The Edmonson County Sheriff's Office in Kentucky is warning residents about callers who say you skipped a federal grand jury subpoena and are now in legal trouble.

What is happening

According to the sheriff's office, scammers are contacting people and falsely claiming they have active federal warrants. The stated reason is failing to report for a federal grand jury subpoena, which is an official order to appear or provide information. The callers pose as U.S. Marshals or other law enforcement officers. They ask for personal information or payment.

Some residents told the office that the callers become verbally aggressive. That pressure is part of the trick. A frightened person is more likely to pay or share details without stopping to think. The sheriff's office says residents should not send money and should hang up immediately.

Who can relax

The sheriff's office describes the warrant claims as false, so a call like this does not mean you are actually wanted. If you have not received one, there is nothing to fix. Just know the script. Anyone who gets a call from a supposed marshal or officer demanding money or personal details can use the same advice.

What is not known yet

The report does not say how many people have been called, whether anyone has lost money, or how the callers ask to be paid. The sheriff's office also released a list of safety facts, but it was not included in the article we reviewed.

The alert box above lays out the steps to take, including not calling back any number the caller gives you.