Lake County Sheriff's Office warns of new phone scam

The Lake County Sheriff's Office is warning residents to be on alert about a recent phone scam.

LAKE COUNTY, Ill. - The Lake County Sheriff's Office is warning residents to be on alert about a recent phone scam.

Investigators say the scammer calls and introduces themselves as a member of the sheriff's office.

Then, the scammer tells the person they've missed jury duty and need to pay a voucher to avoid arrest.

The sheriff's office says it’s important to not give out any personal information and to contact them if you are targeted.