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1: Double-check that the email address is official. Bonner County email addresses will have a government domain (.gov). Bonner County Sheriff's Office will have an organization domain (.org). Phishers may also include slight misspellings to trick victims (EX, bo.nnercounty) 2: Be wary of language that reflects urgency. This is a tactic used to manipulate victims into making hasty, quick decisions. 3: Official emails will not ask for wire transfers. 4: Another example of language reflecting urgency. 5: Check links before clicking on them; they may contain malicious software.

1: Double-check that the email address is official. Bonner County email addresses will have a government domain (.gov). Bonner County Sheriff's Office will have an organization domain (.org). Phishers may also include slight misspellings to trick victims (EX, bo.nnercounty) 2: Be wary of language that reflects urgency. This is a tactic used to manipulate victims into making hasty, quick decisions. 3: Official emails will not ask for wire transfers. 4: Another e…

April 29, 2026

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County warns residents after nonprofit receives fake invoice
May 1, 2026 1 a.m.

County warns residents after nonprofit receives fake invoice

Bonner County officials warned residents about increasingly sophisticated scam attempts during a recent business meeting after a local nonprofit reported receiving a fraudulent invoice for nearly $8,000.