A Pahrump woman who nearly fell victim to a scam has a warning for others. Tiffany Patton tells News 25 it all started with a phone call from someone who claimed to be with the Nye County Sheriff's Office. The Nye County Sheriff's Office tells News 25 this is not a new scam. But it is, indeed, a scam. If you get a suspicious call claiming to be from the Nye County Sheriff's Office -- especially one threatening your arrest or demanding money -- don't panic. Call the sheriff's office directly to confirm if what you're being told is true.