Families desperate to free loved ones from jail are being tricked by sophisticated scammers posing as bond agents in Coweta County.
๐ Why It Matters: These fraudsters prey on people during their most vulnerable moments, stealing money from families already facing the emotional and financial strain of having a relative in jail.
๐จ Whatโs Happening: Scammers are accessing public jail records to target families of inmates, then posing as legitimate bond agents offering โdiscountedโ release services.
- The scheme has grown significantly over the past six months.
- Victims are pressured to send money through apps like Cash App or Venmo, making the transactions nearly impossible to trace or recover.
๐ฑ How The Scam Works: Fraudsters call family members claiming they can get their loved one released quickly and at a discount.
- They use fake credentials, including made-up officer names and badge numbers.
- Once payment is sent, the scammers disappear completely, leaving families with no recourse.
โ ๏ธ Protect Yourself: If you receive an unsolicited call about posting bond, hang up immediately.
- Always verify any bonding information directly with the jail or through the official county website
- Remember: If a bond deal sounds too good to be true, it absolutely is