Niagara County Sheriff's Office Warns of Scam Targeting Residents

The Niagara County Sheriff's Department is urging the community to remain vigilant against a recent scam that has raised concerns among residents. In a social media post, the department highlighted that scammers are employing alarming tactics to manipulate potential victims into sending money, including the use of mapping images and street views of local neighborhoods. The Sheriff's Office cautioned that criminals may reach out via emails, text messages, or pop-up alerts designed to instill fear and prompt immediate financial action.

"Please, do not click on links or open attachments, especially when the message is attempting to scare you," the post advised. Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious communications to help combat these fraudulent activities.

The full post reads: "Scammers continue to find new ways to alarm potential victims into sending them money - even using mapping images of our neighborhoods, and street views of our homes. The Niagara County Sheriff's Office reminds you that criminals will send you emails, text messages, or pop-ups to scare you into sending them money. Please, do not click on links or open attachments, especially when the message is attempting to scare you."

Niagara County Sheriff's Office Warns of Scam Targeting Residents