ANOTHER SCAM LIKELY Per WCSO: “🚨 Don’t Fall for Scammers! Slam the Scam! 🚨 Today is National Slam the Scam Day, and the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office wants to help you stay safe from phone scams! Scammers often pretend to be government agencies, law enforcement, or even family members—but don’t be fooled! 🔹 How to Spot a Scam Call: ✅ They demand money—especially through gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency. ✅ They pressure you—scammers want you to act fast and not think things through. ✅ They threaten arrest or legal action—law enforcement and government agencies will NEVER demand payment over the phone. ✅ They ask for personal info—like your Social Security number, banking details, or passwords. 🔹 How to Protect Yourself: 🚫 Hang up immediately—don’t engage with scammers. 📞 Verify the caller—call the real agency or person directly using a known, official number. 🔎 Report scams—visit reportfraud.ftc.gov or call Washoe County Sheriff’s Office at (775) 328-3001 Share this post and help us protect our community from fraudsters. Stay safe, Washoe County! 💚 #WCSO #SlamTheScam #FraudPrevention” #reno #sparks #nevada