Wilkin County Sheriff’s Office warns of property tax scam

BRECKENRIDGE, Minn. (KFGO/KBRF) – The Wilkin County Sheriff’s office is warning of a new scam. The sheriff’s office says scammers are sending emails claiming seniors in Minnesota are eligible for a state property tax exemption or grant. The email has a link to apply for the grant, which is trying to collect personal information or even access to a personal computer. The sheriff’s office says not to respond or interact with these emails. There are no property tax exemptions for seniors in minnesota. Anyone who thinks they may have been a victim of the scam is asked to contact the Wilkin County Sheriff’s Office.