Fraud Alert: Impersonation of Federal Law Enforcement

The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a recent fraud report involving a scammer impersonating an FBI agent.

This scam was unusually detailed and sophisticated. The suspect used a high level of effort to appear legitimate, which could make this type of fraud especially convincing.

Please remember:

• Legitimate law enforcement agencies will not call and demand payment to avoid arrest.
• They will not ask you to send money through gift cards, cryptocurrency, wire transfers, or payment apps.
• They will not tell you to keep the situation secret from family, your bank, or local law enforcement.
• They will not pressure you to act immediately using threats or fear.

Scammers often use real agency names, fake badge numbers, spoofed phone numbers, and official-sounding language to make their story believable. Do not rely on caller ID alone.

If someone claiming to be with law enforcement contacts you and demands money or personal information, hang up and verify the information directly through an official phone number.

If you believe you have been targeted by a scam, report it to local law enforcement.

Stay alert. Talk to your family members, especially older relatives or anyone who may be more vulnerable to pressure tactics. A quick conversation could prevent someone from becoming a victim.