AlCo sheriff warns of scammers posing as deputies seeking cash to clear fake warrants

Alameda County residents are being warned about scammers impersonating sheriff’s deputies and U.S. District Court employees in a scheme demanding immediate payment to clear fake warrants.

In a statement, the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office said scammers reportedly often pressure victims to pay through Bitcoin, Western Union or electronic funds transfer, MoneyPak/Green Dot, or Vanilla Reload. They may sound convincing by using a local phone number, referring to the victim by name, or sharing other personal details.