The Essex Police have received multiple complaints from citizens reporting that the IRS contacted them via phone, threatening to arrest them if they do not make payment immediately. This is a scam. Do not reveal any personal or banking information over the phone or through e-mail. You are encouraged to terminate the phone call immediately. If you have supplied information and are a victim, please call the Essex Police Department at 802-878-8331. If you have not suffered a financial loss and wish to report the scam, please contact the Attorney General’s office at 1-800-649-2424.