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SCAM ALERT: Pecos County sheriff’s office issues scam warning
By Katelyn Carlock at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
PECOS COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Pecos County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam in which callers claim to be deputies and say the recipient missed jury duty.The caller identifies themselves as “Deputy Wilson” and tells the recipient they must pay a fine or a warrant will be...
Key takeaway The caller identifies themselves as “Deputy Wilson” and tells the recipient they must pay a fine or a warrant will be issued for their arrest.
Why this matters in The Midland
The Pecos County Sheriff's Office warning about a phone scam in which callers claim to be deputies is a concern for Midland residents as well, given the proximity of the two counties. This scam's tactic of threatening arrest for missing jury duty can be particularly effective in a region where civic duty is highly valued. Midland residents should be cautious of similar calls, remembering that law enforcement agencies do not request payment over the phone. The fact that scammers are using a specific name, "Deputy Wilson," to sound legitimate, suggests a level of sophistication that demands vigilance from the public. Residents in Midland County should be aware of this scam and know to hang up immediately if they receive such a call, then contact their local authorities to report the incident, helping to prevent others from falling victim to this scam in the Permian Basin area.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? PECOS COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Pecos County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam in which callers claim to be deputies and say the recipient missed jury duty.The caller identifies themselves as “Deputy Wilson” and tells the recipient they must pay a fine or a warrant will be...
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