07/29/2026
Scam Warning
The Transylvania County Sheriff's Office has been made aware of a fraudulent message circulating by email, text, and social media claiming to be from Transylvania County Schools or a school employee regarding an "Estate Sale" for a staff member who allegedly lost her husband and is selling vehicles, equipment, tools, and other items at deeply discounted prices.
This is a SCAM.
The message falsely uses the Transylvania County Schools name and logo in an attempt to appear legitimate. The purpose is to convince victims to contact the scammer and send money or deposits for items that do not exist.
Please remember:
❌ Do not send money, deposits, or personal information to anyone claiming to be associated with this sale.
❌ Do not click on links or respond to the message.
⚠️ Be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true—they usually are.
📢 If you receive this message, delete it and report it as spam. If possible, report the account or email address used to send it.
If you have already provided personal information or sent money, contact your financial institution immediately and report the incident to your local law enforcement agency.
Please help protect others by sharing this warning with friends, family, and coworkers.