McCracken County Scammers Demand Bitcoin from Unsuspecting Residents

A scam involving Bitcoin has been reported in McCracken County, according to the local sheriff's office.

The scammers claim to be deputies and inform victims that they have missed a court date or jury duty, requiring them to convert money into Bitcoin by depositing cash into a Bitcoin machine.

Sometimes, the caller asks the person to purchase gift cards instead.

The sheriff's office warns residents not to fall for these scams, emphasizing that deputies will never call and ask for money.