Denison warns residents of municipal court scam attempts

The City of Denison has issued a public alert warning residents about a growing number of scam attempts involving individuals claiming to be from the municipal court. The city stated that these scammers are asking for money from residents under false pretenses.

City officials emphasized that the City of Denison will never ask for wire transfers from residents. Additionally, staff members will never request money via text message. The announcement noted that such scams are becoming more frequent in the area.

Residents are advised to look for specific red flags in communications, including inconsistent verbiage and promises of financial gain. The city stated that it will always be happy to verify the legitimacy of any communication or mailings claiming to be from the City of Denison.

To confirm the authenticity of any suspicious contact, residents can reach City Hall at 903-465-2720. The city encourages residents to use this number to verify any claims made by individuals or entities representing the municipal government.

This alert is part of the city's ongoing efforts to keep the community informed about potential fraud. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and to contact City Hall directly if they receive any requests for payment that seem unusual or suspicious. The city reiterated that legitimate municipal operations do not involve unsolicited requests for wire transfers or text message payments.