Floyd County neighbors reported man claiming to be an IRS worker to police. It turns out he was

FLOYD COUNTY, Ga. — Tax season is here and it’s a time where taxpayers are urge to be mindful of any scammers trying to take advantage.

But in Floyd County, police say one man who was been visiting homes claiming to be an IRS worker turned out to be legit.

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The police department received several complaints and video of the man who identified himself as an IRS worker. Officers visited the man’s office in Smyrna and confirmed his employment. He told them that other IRS workers will be in the area as it hires more employees.

The IRS employee was carrying two forms of ID from the Department of Treasury. Police said you should always ask for these government identification if anyone asks about your finances.

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The worker told Floyd County police that other IRS workers will be in the area as it hires more employees.

Police said they have asked the IRS to contact them before making any house calls to avoid confusion in the future.

According to the IRS website, employees make visits to homes and business if a taxpayer has an overdue tax bill, unfiled tax return or hasn’t made an employment tax deposit.

If you think you are a victim of an impersonator, the IRS says to report them to Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration on the IRS Impersonation Scam Reporting or call 800-366-4484.

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