08/26/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/26/2024 17:24
The Metropolitan Police Department is warning the public of a phone scam.
Scammers impersonated members of MPD and claimed they risked imminent arrest. The scammer may ask the victims for additional information or advise them to turn themselves into police.
If you happen to receive unsolicited phone calls similar in nature:
We remind the public that, The Metropolitan Police Department will never solicit anyone for monetary funds, bank information, or social security numbers.
Please visit the DC Courts Active Warrant List to inquire if you have an active D.C. Court arrest warrant or contact D.C. Courts directly at (202) 879-1010.
If you have questions about your jury summons, contact the D.C. Court Juror Office at (202) 879-4604 or by email at [email protected].
If you have been a victim of this scam in the District of Columbia, or have any information on these scams please contact MPD at 202-727-9099.