A con artist takes aim at registered offenders in Montgomery County.  The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office says someone has been calling the offenders and telling they are not in compliance with the terms of their registration. The scammer, claiming to be a deputy, goes on to claim that the mark must send money immediately to cover fines and bond.  The sheriff’s office says deputies would never make contact by phone and they do not take money. Residents are reminded not to respond to such requests and to hang up without providing any personal information. 

Investigators are working to identify the imposter. If you’ve fallen victim to the scam, you are urged to file a report with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.