From Martinez PD:
Recently, several citizens have been contacted by person(s) claiming to represent law enforcement (even impersonating Martinez Police Officers via a fake phone number that appears to be from our dispatch center).
Scammers can use various methods to imitate local phone numbers, and often use threats of arrest or negative legal action to intimidate victims into divulging personal information and/or submitting payment. Remember, Martinez Police will NEVER ask for money to clear up legal matters/warrants…