Spam calls reported in county

DAVENPORT — Reports have surfaced of a local business and a county resident receiving phone calls from an individual claiming to be a “lieutenant,” giving commands and making unusual demands.

The incidents, although unrelated, share several similarities.

Authorities have clarified that neither the FBI, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, nor any other law enforcement agency will make phone calls to give verbal commands or issue demands. While it is not uncommon to receive follow-up calls from law enforcement agencies, such calls will never involve direct commands or demands.

Anyone who receives a...