County Sheriff gets complaints of scams

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VERMILLION COUNTY — Law enforcement often receives complaints of scams.

A post dated today by the Vermillion County Sheriff’s Office was about telephone scams

“We have received reports of telephone scams.

“Most recent are scams claiming to be with Publisher’s Clearing House as well as businesses offering a job position, requesting you buy bitcoin.

“Reminder, don’t give your personal information to anyone you don’t know or trust.

“Report telephone scams online to the Federal Trade Commission. You can also call 1-877-382-4357 (TTY: 1-866-653-4261). The FTC is the primary government agency that collects scam complaints.”