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Barrow Superior Court Clerk Says Be Aware of Possible Scam Targeting Local Property Owners

Regina McIntyre told the Barrow Journal her office had received four calls in the past two days concerned letters received via mail.

Barrow County residents should be aware of a possible scam targeting local property owners. 

The reports Superior Court Clerk Regina McIntyre said her office has received four calls in the past two days about a letter received in the mail. 

Have you been the victim or target of a scam recently? Help your neighbors out by sharing your experience in comments in hopes they can avoid falling victim. 

What should you be on the lookout for? An official looking document stating you need to purchase copies of your property deed for $80-plus. 

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According to the newspapers' online report, Sheriff Jud Smith said anyone receiving such a letter should ignore it until the situation is investigated.

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