02/18/2026
The Woodsfield Police Department has received reports of residents receiving phone calls from individuals claiming to be officers with our department. The caller states that there is a warrant for the resident’s arrest and demands payment over the phone to void the warrant.
THIS IS A SCAM.
The Woodsfield Police Department will never call and request payment over the phone to resolve a warrant or any other legal matter.
If you receive a call like this:
• Do not provide any personal information
• Do not provide payment information
• Hang up immediately
If you have questions or concerns about a suspicious call, please contact:
Woodsfield Police Department: 740-472-5771
Monroe County Sheriff’s Office: 740-472-1612
