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PBSO warns of scam emails from imposter posing as sheriff’s office captain
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· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the scam is available from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, for those who want to learn more about the details of the fraudulent emails and how to protect themselves.
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office has issued a warning to residents about a scam. Fraudulent emails are being sent by an individual posing as a captain from the sheriff's office. These emails are fake and should be treated with caution.
The sheriff's office is alerting the public to be aware of this scam. Further information about the scam is available from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, for those who want to learn more about the details of the fraudulent emails and how to protect themselves.
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Category: safety Published: July 27, 2026 Source: CBS12 Reading time: 1 min
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