Scammers are impersonating official police department numbers in a spoofed phone call scheme, according to the West Lake Hills Police Department.
about spoofing, scammers often press for personal information or ask for payments. The FCC advises scam call recipients to hang up immediately and avoid giving out personal information over the phone.
Additionally, if a caller claims to represent a company or a government agency but seems suspicious, call recipients should hang up and call an official number instead. Reputable contact information can be found on official sources such as billing statements, mail, or an official website. Residents who receive a suspicious phone call should hang up and call West Lake Hills Police directly at 512-327-1195. Additionally, any information regarding warrants or outstanding traffic violations can be found on the West Lake Hills Municipal Court's
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