BELLEFONTE — Centre County Sheriff’s Office reported that it has received multiple calls from individuals who are being scammed.
The victims of these calls say that the caller/scammer is using multiple phone numbers — the latest being (814) 374-2462 — and claiming to be Sergeant Richard Hoover. The caller/scammer claims that the victim missed a court hearing.
The sheriff’s office reported that if you are receiving these calls, do not give them any personal information, bank account numbers, money orders or purchase any kind of money cards. The Centre County Sheriff’s Office will not contact you in this way and will not ask you for personal or bank account information.
If you are unsure, contact the sheriff’s office at (814) 355-6803 or your local law enforcement agency.
