CATTARAUGUS COUNTY, NY — The Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about scam artists calling family members of people incarcerated at the county jail.
The callers are telling family members they can pay money to have their loved ones released from custody.
Sheriff’s officials say this is a scam.
Residents are advised not to release any personal information, not to pay any money over the phone and not to return calls to the individuals.
Anyone who receives such a call is encouraged to contact their local police agency.
