The Northampton County Sheriff’s Department is alerting the public to a scam currently targeting community members. The department has received multiple reports from residents stating they were contacted by phone, text or other forms of communication, instructing them on how to post bond to avoid incarceration. In some cases, fraudulent flyers featuring the Sheriff’s Department emblem and designed to appear authentic have been distributed. These communications provide directions on how and where to deposit a cash bond using a local kiosk.

This is a scam.

The Northampton County Sheriff’s Department does not:

• Accept cash or credit card information for bail purposes

• Instruct individuals to use kiosks, online transfers, or other third-party methods for bail

• Solicit personal financial information by phone, text, or email

Residents who believe they may have been victimized are urged to:

1. Contact their local police department immediately.

2. Report the scam to the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office. 1-800-441-2555 or by emailing scams@attorneygeneral.gov.

Northampton County urges all residents to remain vigilant and cautious. When in doubt, verify through official channels before providing any personal or financial information.

For questions or to verify suspicious communications, please contact the Northampton County Sheriff’s Department.