Latest Grand Junction Phone Scam Includes Aggressive Threats

Grand Junction has yet another phone scam circulating the area, and this time, the caller is dishing out threats.

According to the Grand Junction Police Department's Facebook page, they have received several reports of a male calling or texting people, claiming he is with law enforcement. Victims are being asked to provide money or financial information. The male voice on the other end of the phone has made threats, including arrest if the victims don't comply.

Make no mistake, this is most definitely a scam. Private citizens and area businesses have been hit over the last few days.

In the event you receive a phone call of this kind, the GJPD suggests you hang up immediately. Don't share any information.

By now, you've noticed that phone scams such as this are becoming commonplace in the region. Unfortunately, according to the GJPD, calls of this kind are almost impossible to trace. The best defense is public knowledge.

Phone scams abound in the valley. Share this info with your friends and family. The best defense is to stay informed.