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Police Warn of Officer-Impersonation Phone Scam in Monroe County and Lansing

Residents are urged to verify suspicious calls through official dispatch numbers.

Overview

  • Michigan State Police and the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office issued alerts Feb. 6–7 after new reports of callers posing as officers and demanding money.
  • In Monroe County, a caller has used the name “Lt. Quinn” while claiming targets missed jury duty or court dates and face warrants.
  • Another version cites “Sgt. Christopher Mullins” of the Michigan State Police, with requests for gift cards and a texted fake warrant as supposed proof.
  • Authorities instruct recipients to hang up, share no personal information or payment, and contact local police to report the attempt.
  • Monroe County residents are directed to report calls to Central Dispatch at 734-243-7070, noting similar scams were flagged locally in December 2025.