The Spruce Pine Police Department has been receiving reports from local residents that have received calls from scammers claiming to be with the Spruce Pine Police Department. The scammers are demanding money and threatening arrest if money isn’t sent. No law enforcement agency will ever do this. The Spruce Pine Police Department asks you to spread awareness about this, especially to your elderly friends and family. Also be aware that the scammers are able to make the department phone number show up as the number they are calling from. If you have any questions, please call the Spruce Pine Police Department at 828-765-2233, or go by the department and speak with an Officer.
