Beware: L.A. Sheriff Warns of New Jury Duty Phone Scam

Phone impersonators posing as Los Angeles County deputies are targeting residents, demanding payment for missing grand jury duty subpoenas. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department advises residents to verify identities, not give in to pressure, hang up if necessary, and watch out for red flags. Financial transactions are never handled over the phone. Stay informed and report any incidents to law enforcement. Market impact is minimal, but caution could decrease fraudulent activities in the short term.