Chief Ryan Burkholder advises residents to contact the Bluffton Police Department if they are the victim of a scam

FROM OHIO BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES__The Ohio BMV has received reports of a possible texting scam being perpetrated on Ohioans today from scammers claiming to be from the State of Ohio.

If you receive this text, do not fall for this scam. Do not click any links, do not scan the QR code, and immediately delete the text. Ohio BMV will never send you a text demanding payment or requesting your personal information.

Ohioans can report scam attempts to the Federal Trade Commission by visiting www.reportfraud.ftc.gov. If you believe you have been a victim of a scam, please contact your local law enforcement agency.