Jury Duty Phone Scam Making the Rounds

(Franklin County, IN) – Franklin County 9-1-1 is warning residents of a phone scam involving someone claiming to be a sheriff’s deputy.

The caller says you’ve missed jury duty and are facing a fine.

You’re warned not to give out any information when you receive such a call, and officials say these calls are never initiated by someone from Franklin County public safety.

Contact your local court to verify if you’ve been picked for jury duty.