U.S. Marshals in Nevada are warning of a scam involving suspicious phone calls about missed jury service.
Authorities say the individuals identify themselves as U.S. Marshals and threaten the victims with arrest, unless an immediate fine is paid over the telephone, for missed jury service.
The U.S. Marshals Service is a federal law enforcement agency and says it does not seek payment of fines or fees via the telephone for individuals with outstanding arrest warrants.  Â
The U.S. Marshals Service urges individuals not to give out personal or financial information to unknown callers and highly recommends the public report similar crimes to the FBI or their local police department if they are the victims of fraud. For internet related fraud, the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center can be contacted at www.ic3.gov.
