Henderson County Hit by Wave of Fraudulent Calls
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Henderson County officials are warning residents about fraudulent phone calls asking for money, allegedly from representatives of the Henderson County Tax Office. The scammers are falsely claiming that if the taxes are not paid immediately, recipients could face fines or imprisonment. In case of a suspected fraudulent call, it is recommended not to provide any personal or financial information, hang up immediately and report the incident to the Henderson County Tax Office.
Beware of Scam Calls in Henderson County
Officials in Henderson County are cautioning residents about scam calls. These fraudulent calls demand money, falsely claiming to be from the Henderson County Tax Office.
The County’s Chief Communications Officer, Mike Morgan, clarifies that the tax office never makes unsolicited calls asking for money or personal information. These fraudsters threaten legal actions, fines, and potential imprisonment to those who refuse to pay.
If you suspect you’ve received a scam call, Morgan advises you to:
- Never share personal or financial information with the caller,
- Hang up the call immediately, and
- Report the incident to the Henderson County Tax Office at 828-697-5595
For official tax-related queries, Henderson County residents can reach the Tax Office directly at 828-697-5595, online, or visit them at 200 N. Grove Street, Hendersonville NC.
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