GRANT COUNTY, Wash. – The Grant County Health District (GCHD) is warning residents of a scam involving someone impersonating a health official and contacting businesses around the county.
According to GCHD, the impersonator has been claiming to be a member of the GCHD Environmental Health staff, stating they need to investigate complaints made against the businesses and schedule meetings.
GCHD is unsure of the scammer’s intent but is advising the public to take precautions:
– Verify Emails: All official GCHD email addresses use the domain @granthealth.org. Always double-check the sender’s email address.
– Check Identification: GCHD employees conducting inspections will carry an official badge and business cards. If a badge is not presented upon arrival, ask to see it before they begin the inspection.
– Report Suspicious Encounters: If you suspect someone may be falsely claiming to represent GCHD, contact the front desk immediately at 509-766-7960 to verify their identity.
