The DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office reports that residents are receiving scam calls from people pretending to be their bank. The stories often change with each call.

Remember: never trust an unsolicited phone call or text claiming to be from a bank, law enforcement, or any other agency. If you are unsure whether a call or message is legitimate, hang up immediately and call the agency back using a verified phone number.

Do not click on any links in text messages. Stay alert and protect your personal information.