Beware of Tax Fraud Scheme in Gaston County
By: Rusty Wise – Wise News Network
Gaston County, NC (WNN) – The Gaston County Tax Office is warning residents about fraudulent tax letters being mailed in the area.ย
The Tax Office has received business calls about fraudulent letters requesting thousands of dollars in unpaid tax debt. The fake “Distraint Warrant” letters state that if the debt is not paid or settled, the Federal Tax Authorities may revoke benefits, suspend licenses, or even result in penalties and fees.
“With the real tax bills going out in July, we really wanted to make sure we informed our citizens about this scam,” said Chelsea Tarbush, tax director. รขโฌลThey need to know that these letters are not from us. Do not send any payments to them.รขโฌ per the Gaston County Tax Office press release.ย
The Tax Office is monitoring these letters and requests that residents and businesses contact Chelsea Tarbush via email or at 704-810-5811 if they receive one or have any questions.
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