Chester Police Warn of Fake Arrest Warrant Scam Demanding Bitcoin

Chester police in New Jersey are warning residents about a scam involving fake arrest warrants and Bitcoin. Scammers contact potential victims, claiming they have an active warrant for their arrest and must send money using Bitcoin to pay bail.

The scammers may also tell victims that there is a 'gag order' preventing them from discussing the purported arrest warrant with anyone, including law enforcement or family members.

Chester police note that legitimate law enforcement agencies will never accept Bitcoin as payment. To verify whether a caller is actually a police officer, residents should hang up and call their local law enforcement agency directly using the number listed on its official website.