Bail Bond Scam Circulating in Madison County

The Madison County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning regarding a scam circulating in the area involving bond money.  Several residents have reported receiving calls from scammers claiming that a loved one has been arrested and needs money to pay a bond in order to be released from jail.  In some instances the scammers have researched and obtained personal information prior to making the calls.  They urge residents not to give out personal information or pay any money.  They recommend you hang up and call your law enforcement agency to verify the information.