KTKA

Attorney General Steve Six is warning Kansans about a new scam reported in Coffey County.

The scam starts with a phone call from a man claiming to be a grandson in jail or a bonding company calling on behalf of a grandchild.

The caller claims that the relative needs 2500 dollars to bond out of jail.

They request that the money be wired through Western Union.

This is a scam and you should not send money to the caller.

Tips:

· Take the time to investigate claims. If you think what a stranger is telling you might be true, investigate before giving them personal or financial information. Be sure to verify their phone number yourself through the phonebook.

· Do not wire money to anyone unless you are absolutely sure it is someone you know and trust. Once wire funds are picked up, there is little law enforcement can do.

· Don’t send a check, cash, or money order or give out your account information to anyone insisting on immediate payment.

· Don’t let anyone rush you into making a decision. Take your time to ask questions and gather information about the callers claim. Scam artists typically will not take the time to provide additional information.

If you get a call like this, report it to the Attorney General's Office at 1(800) 432-2310.