Martin County Sheriff’s Department Alerts Residents to Scam

(SHOALS) – The Martin County Sheriff’s Department has been made aware of phone calls circulating in the area requesting donations for local Volunteer Fire Departments for COVID-19 relief efforts.

These calls are NOT originating from local fire departments.

Please continue to remain vigilant during these times to possible phone scams.

Officials encourage residents to not give out any personal information over the phone including banking, debit and/or credit card info.

If you receive a possible scam call and wish to report it, you may call the Martin County Sheriff’s Department at 812-247-3726.