08/27/2026
SCAM ALERT: Fraudulent Calls Regarding Missed Court Dates
We have received several reports of scammers posing as Niagara County Sheriff's Office employees. They claim that you missed a court appearance or have an outstanding warrant and threaten arrest unless you immediately pay a fine. In many cases, they will pressure victims to purchase gift cards or provide financial information.
Keep these tips in mind:
•Law enforcement will never demand payment over the phone to avoid arrest.
•Courts and police agencies will not ask you to pay with gift cards.
•Be suspicious of anyone requesting wire transfers, banking information, or other financial details.
•Do not provide personal or financial information to an unsolicited caller.
•If you receive a suspicious call, hang up immediately. If you are worried that you may be a victim of fraud, contact your local police agency (716-438-3393 for NCSO).
Scammers often rely on fear and urgency to convince people to act before they have time to verify the information. When in doubt, slow down, contact your local police agency to verify the claim, and do not send money.
Please share this information with friends, family, and others in the community to help prevent someone from becoming a victim.