The Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office has been made aware of a scam circulating throughout the Parish.
Persons who are required to register with VPSO are being contacted by telephone and the caller is identifying themselves as Detectives with VPSO.

The caller then advises that the registrant is not in compliance with their registration requirements. The caller then advises that the registrant must pay a fine via the phone to avoid a warrant being issued for their arrest.

The caller has identified themselves as Detective Graham, Detective Williamson, Lt. Bonnett, and Detective O’Neil.

The calls are made from various telephone numbers.

Anyone who must register with VPSO or who is contacted by these individuals may confirm their registration status by contacting VPSO at 337-238-1311.

DO NOT give out any personal identifying information, credit card information, OR gift card information.
Any funds provided to these scammers cannot be recovered.