The Northampton County Sheriff’s Department is alerting the public to a phone scam involving individuals impersonating law enforcement officers.

The department has received reports of a caller identifying themselves as “Sergeant Walker” from the Northampton County Sheriff’s Department. The caller falsely claims that the recipient has failed to appear for jury duty and may face arrest unless they pay a fee.

This is a scam. The Northampton County Sheriff’s Department does not contact residents by phone to demand payment or solicit money in lieu of arrest.

Residents are urged to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious calls or solicitations to the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office by calling 1-800-441-2555 or by emailing scams@attorneygeneral.gov.