In a bold move to combat a surge in phone scams, Collin County, Texas, has begun installing scam alert posters near Bitcoin machines and ATMs—prime locations where victims are often coerced into transferring money. The initiative, led by Sheriff Jim Skinner, aims to disrupt scammers who impersonate law enforcement and […]
A Florida woman was conned out of $15,000 after receiving a chilling phone call from someone who sounded exactly like her daughter. The sobbing voice claimed she had caused a car crash injuring a pregnant woman and was being detained. A man posing as her attorney then demanded bail money, […]
A Westfield, NJ resident lost $16,000 in a sophisticated Bitcoin scam after receiving a text message claiming to be from Apple Support. According to Lieutenant Michael Walsh, the victim was directed to call a number that appeared legitimate. The scammer then warned of fraud on the victim’s bank account and […]
Scammers are impersonating Geek Squad, the tech support brand owned by Best Buy, in a phishing campaign that’s triggered thousands of complaints. Victims receive emails or texts claiming they’ve been charged $498.98 for an “Internet Security Plan,” complete with a fake invoice and bogus customer service number. The scammer’s goal? […]
Scammers in Stafford County, Virginia, are impersonating law enforcement to extort cash from residents. On July 21, a victim received a call from someone claiming to be Chief Deputy Shawn Kimmitz, falsely accusing them of missing jury duty and demanding $9,750 in cash to avoid arrest. The caller spoofed the […]
Imagine getting a call from your bank, your local police department, or even your own number. You pick up, and the voice sounds urgent—maybe even threatening. But here’s the twist: none of it is real. Welcome to the world of phone spoofing, a scammer’s favorite disguise. 🚨 What Is Phone […]
Visitors to Gettysburg are being warned not to scan QR codes found on parking meters and garage signage. According to borough officials, scammers have placed fraudulent QR code stickers that redirect users to fake websites designed to steal payment information. “The Gettysburg Parking Department does not use QR codes to […]