NEWPORT, R.I. (WPRI) — The Newport Police Department has received "several" reports of people calling residents and posing as Newport police. In a social media post, the city warned people about the scheme, saying the scam callers have claimed to be a sergeant, lieutenant or constable with the Newport Police Department. The callers told potential victims they are being "subpoenaed" and asked for money. Newport police said they will never ask anyone for personal information over the phone, nor do they have any constables. RELATED: RITBA warns customers of text scam targeting toll accounts The call was reportedly coming from the number (401) 267-2930. Police said when they previously called the number, there was a voicemail that said, "You have received the confidential voicemail of the Newport Police Department." 12 News attempted to call the number. The call went straight to an automated message that said, "the Google subscriber you have called is not available." If you receive one of these calls, police said you should not give out any money or information and call the department's non-emergency phone line at (401) 847-1306. NEXT: New Bedford man convicted in $20K rental scam targeting immigrants Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily Roundup SIGN UP NOW