OSBI Warns Of Phone Scam

The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation has recently received numerous calls from citizens saying they received calls identified as the OSBI’s main telephone number, which is 405-848-6724.

Thursday, August 27th 2015, 4:56 pm

By: News 9


The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation has recently received numerous calls from citizens saying they received calls identified as the OSBI’s main telephone number, which is 405-848-6724.

On three separate occasions, victims reported the caller asked for money. One victim said the caller had a foreign accent and advised a warrant for tax fraud had been filed against them. The caller asked to settle the warrant by accepting payment over the phone.

Another victim said they received a “system” type message pop-up on their iPhone, and it said the federal government had knowledge they had child pornography and must pay a $600 fine.

The OSBI does not collect money via telephone or email. Also, the bureau does not settle warrants over the phone by accepting payment.

If you receive a similar call you’re advised to contact the OSBI at 405-848-6724 or your local law enforcement.

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