James City County Police Department has received multiple calls from citizens reporting calls from someone claiming they are an officer with James City County Police Department, Williamsburg-James City County Sheriff’s Office or another local law enforcement department advising that there is a warrant for their arrest for failing to appear in court. These citizens were further told that if they did not pay a fine via a pre-paid card immediately, they would be arrested.
Officers will not call you on the phone and request payment in lieu of arrest. If you receive a call like this or another call that you’re unsure of, please contact police at 757-253-1800. Police also recommend that you make family and friends aware of this scam so that they will not fall victim.
Media contact: Stephanie Williams
Stephanie.williams@jamescitycountyva.gov; 757-592-5618