Bates County News

Friday, May 24, 2024

Butler Scam Alert

 Scam Alert. A gentleman from 1-800-918-1640 giving the name of Adam Weise is calling Butler residents, claiming to be with the Butler Sheriff’s Office.

The Scammer is telling our  listener that he is a friend of a relative who has been involved in a wreck and is in the Bates County Jail County Jail. 

He continued to provide information until our Butler Resident started asking questions the scammer couldn’t answer. 

This is a scam, contact your parents and grandparents who might not have access to Facebook to warn them. Do not talk to them or send them money.



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