Oregon Judicial Department warns of jury duty scam

A Portland woman was scammed out of $2,000 after someone posing as police stole money through the Zelle mobile app. She hopes others don’t fall for the scam.

PORTLAND, Ore. — This week, the Oregon Judicial Department (OJD) reported that folks in Oregon are once again being targeted by fraudulent calls, emails and texts threatening people with fines, prosecution or jail time for “failing to comply with jury duty.”

State officials said the most recent reports are from the Willamette Valley, but it is likely that other areas may be targeted as well. The OJD sent out a warning Friday of bogus phone calls, emails and texts on

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