Scam warning

Beware of scammers

Police are warning residents about a widespread scam involving fraudulent text messages and emails claiming to be from the Texas Department of Public Safety.

Authorities warn public about a scam

Local law enforcement agencies are issuing a scam alert to its citizens regarding a scam that has been circulating recently through the area.

LCSO issues scam alert

The Lavaca County Sheriff ’s Office wants to alert county residents of a scam that has been taking place in the area.

Be aware of toll scams

Recently, a text scam has been circulating that addresses toll customers in regards to having outstanding and unpaid tolls on their account.The warning comes in the form of a text that impersonates TxTag and claims a balance is due or is late in payment.

City issues scam alert

The City of Hallettsville wishes to inform its citizens of an email spoofing scam that has been taking place recently.

Americans lost a record $10 billion to scammers, fraud

Newly released numbers from the Federal Trade Commission last week indicated American consumers lost $10 billion to scams and fraud in 2023, up from $9 billion the year before. It’s a staggering number, truly, especially when you consider Americans lost just $3.

Red Cross scam targets elderly in particular

Taking a call from a corporal in Ontario, Calif. Was just about the last thing Fayette County Deputy Joe Gonzales expected to do on a Sunday morning, especially one who’d say he thought an elderly citizen in hos county may have been scammed, Sheriff Keith Korenek reported.

Legitimate lawmen don’t have ‘payment kiosks’ at gas stations

The Hays County Sheriff's Office issued a warning over the weekend for residents everywhere to be aware of one of the latest scams circulating around the area.