Lyon County Sheriff's Office warns of telephone scammer
The Lyon County Sheriff's Office has been made aware of a recent phone scam in the area. The scammer is shadowing the Fernley Substation phone number and claiming to be a "Sgt. Howley," telling the subjects that they either about missed jury duty or that they missed a tier hearing for sex offenders.
The scammer then requests bond or bail money. Please keep in mind that no employee of the Lyon County Sheriff's Office would ever call or text and ask for bail money or personal information over the phone.
Please do not respond to these scammers. If you are concerned or wish to make a report, please call the Lyon County Sheriff's Office directly.