A loved one calls from jail. They need money immediately—or so you're told.

But what if it's all a scam?

In this episode of the Oklahoma Memo Podcast, Ryan Welton talks with Oklahoma Bondsman Association President Tracey Halley Terrell about a growing fraud scheme targeting Oklahoma families.

You'll learn:

• How the fake jail release scam works

• Why scammers pressure victims to act immediately

• How AI voice technology is making scams more believable

• The red flags every family should know

• What legitimate bail bondsmen actually do

• The first steps to take before sending anyone money

This conversation could help you—or someone you know—avoid losing thousands of dollars to criminals exploiting families during moments of crisis.

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