Ohio attorney general warns public of imposter scam

COLUMBUS — Attorney General Richard Cordray today warned Ohioans of a phone scam in which callers pose as representatives from his office and demand personal information.

Cordray cautions that these calls are unauthorized and no personal information should be shared at any point.

"We know that these scam artists are particularly assertive, and in at least one instance have used threats of arrest and job loss," Cordray said. "Under no circumstances would employees of my office demand personal information or use threats to receive it. I strongly urge recipients of these phone calls to disconnect immediately and report the call to my office."

Some reported calls have been automated in nature, while others have involved a live voice. In both scenarios, recipients were told to provide their Social Security numbers.