The Morris County Sheriff's Office recently had several concerning calls from residents who were targeted in a phone scam. Callers posing as Sheriff's Officers tell the would-be victim that they need to deliver money, or they will face immediate arrest. The scammers use actual Morris County Sheriff's Officer names and the victim's caller ID is manipulated to appear to be coming from the Morris County Sheriff's Office.

Boonton Township Police Chief Thomas Cacciabeve and Sheriff James M. Gannon want to remind you NEVER to provide sensitive personal information, money, or access to your assets to any unknown individual. Also, please discuss this scam with family members who may be vulnerable to this type of crime.

If you have any questions about this reminder or need further guidance on these types of matters, please contact the Morris County Sheriff's Office at (973)-285-6600 or the Boonton Township Police Department at (973)402-4000.