The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Utah is alerting the public about a reported scammer making phone calls throughout the region claiming to be with their office and requesting restitution payments. “This week, the office received multiple phone calls from concerned citizens regarding an individual who identifies himself as a member of the Financial Litigation Unit of the U.S. Attorney’s Office, requesting restitution payments,” shares the announcement. “The caller further claims the individual failed to appear in court regarding COVID-19 relief funds. All callers are then given a phone number to make a payment. The U.S. Attorney’s Office will never call requesting a payment of restitution over the phone.” While past due restitution payment letters are sent from the Attorney’s Office, all criminal restitution payments are made to the federal court. If you think you are a victim of a scam or know someone who is, report it to the FBI at IC3.gov or the FBI Salt Lake City Field Office.
