FROM THE RADIO NEWS DEPARTMENT

Over The Last Few Weeks, The Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office Has Received Numerous Calls From Residents With Questions Concerning A Sweepstakes Scam. The Most Common Scam Involves Thieves Pretending To Be With Publishers Clearing House. According To Sheriff’s Spokeswoman Leslie Earhart, Residents Have Reported Being Contacted By Phone, Mail, And Through Email. She Adds If Someone Contacts You about Winning A Prize And Requests You Send Money Back In Return For Any Reason, It’s Not Legitimate.