The Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office has issued a warning about a scam targeting families of inmates in the Kane County jail. Scammers are reportedly contacting the families, demanding a $2,000 payment for the inmate’s release. This information comes from a recent announcement by the State’s Attorney’s Office.
Officials have clarified that neither the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office nor the Kane County Sheriff’s Office will ever request money directly from individuals for any purpose. They also highlighted that Illinois does not have a cash bail system in place.
Although scammers might have access to an inmate’s full name or other private details, such information merely being public record does not authenticate the call. The names and details of individuals held in the county jail are publicly accessible.
The State’s Attorney’s Office advises anyone receiving suspicious calls or uncertain about a request’s legitimacy to immediately hang up. They recommend contacting the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office directly at 630-232-3500 for verification or further assistance.