Officials warn of scam targeting families of people in custody

BRAZORIA COUNTY, Texas – The Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a scam targeting families of people who are currently or were recently in custody. Officials say callers are posing as sheriff’s deputies, probation officers, county clerks and other criminal justice employees. These callers are demanding electronic payment for bonds, ankle monitors or breath-testing devices [1].

Sources

1. click2houston.com · Officials warn of scam targeting families of people in custody Sep 6, 2026
2. fox26houston.com · Oregon man accused of firing more than 200 rounds during SWAT standoff Sep 3, 2026

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