A Stafford County resident lost money after a scammer falsely claimed they could avoid arrest by paying with Bitcoin, deputies said.

STAFFORD COUNTY, VA — A Stafford County resident was targeted in a jury duty scam after receiving a phone call from someone falsely claiming there was a warrant for the victim’s arrest unless a payment was made in Bitcoin, according to the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies responded to the fraud report at approximately 11:19 a.m. Tuesday, July 14, on Melchers Drive.

According to investigators, the caller told the victim there was an outstanding arrest warrant and claimed the victim could avoid being taken into custody by sending a payment through Bitcoin.

After sending the money, the victim contacted the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office and learned the call was a scam.

Deputies said no suspects have been identified.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Key Points

• A Stafford County resident was targeted in a jury duty scam involving a fake arrest warrant.
• The scammer allegedly convinced the victim to send money through Bitcoin.
• No suspects have been identified.