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Centre Co. DA’s office warns of phone scam

The Centre County District Attorney’s Office has been alerted of a scam in which residents are receiving phone calls appearing to originate from the District Attorney’s main office number, 814-355-6735.

The male caller identifies himself as County Detective Ralph Ralston and then demands a return call. The caller threatens that if the call is not returned and an interview completed, a bench warrant will be issued.

In a new release from District Attorney Bernie Cantorna, the calls appear to be scam attempts to steal funds or personal information.

The Centre County District Attorney’s office is asking residents to be aware of the scam that appears to be coming from the office number.

Anyone who has received one of these spoofed calls, should contact the District Attorney’s Office to verify the call.

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