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Bell County residents warned about jury duty phone scam targeting local numbers
By Alexa Conroy at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
Scammers are impersonating the Bell County Sheriff's Office, calling residents and claiming they missed jury duty and must pay a fine or face arrest.Watch Full Story Here: Bell County residents warned about jury duty phone scam targeting local numbersThe Bell County Sheriff's Department has recei...
Key takeaway 25 Newsalso received a call from a viewer who answered one of these scam calls and was told there was a warrant out for his arrest.
Why this matters in The Waco
The jury duty phone scam targeting Bell County residents has significant implications for Waco area residents, who may also be vulnerable to similar scams. Given the proximity of Bell County to McLennan County, where Waco is located, it's possible that scammers may also be targeting local numbers in the Waco area. The fact that scammers are using computer spoofing to make calls appear as though they are coming from local numbers adds an extra layer of complexity to the issue. Waco residents should be on high alert for similar calls, and the Bell County Sheriff's Office warning serves as a reminder for local law enforcement to be vigilant in educating the public about these types of scams. Residents in the Waco area should be cautious when receiving calls claiming to be from law enforcement and remember that legitimate agencies will never demand money over the phone to avoid arrest.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Scammers are impersonating the Bell County Sheriff's Office, calling residents and claiming they missed jury duty and must pay a fine or face arrest.Watch Full Story Here: Bell County residents warned about jury duty phone scam targeting local numbersThe Bell County Sheriff's Department has recei...
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