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lifehacker.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers increasingly target utility customers by impersonating utility company representatives via phone, email, or in-person visits, demanding immediate payment under threat of service disconnection using untraceable payment methods like prepaid cards, cryptocurrency, or gift cards. To avoid these scams, consumers should independently verify any payment demands by calling their utility company using contact information from their bill or secure account, remember that legitimate utilities send multiple notices before disconnection and offer flexible payment plans, and only use traceable payment methods with fraud protection. Utility scams are particularly effective during extreme weather when customers are desperate to maintain service.
butlerradio.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, the FBI reported $5.6 billion in losses from cryptocurrency fraud involving over 69,000 complaints, representing 50 percent of all financial fraud losses despite being only 10 percent of complaints. The FBI warns that legitimate agencies never request cryptocurrency payments, scammers impersonate financial institutions, and investments that seem too good to be true typically are fraudulent. Pennsylvania experienced $120 million in losses from cryptocurrency fraud, ranking 8th nationally in complaints and 9th in losses.
thereporter.com
· 2025-12-08
The Solano County Sheriff's Office issued an alert about a phone scam in which fraudsters impersonate law enforcement officers and send victims text messages with fake court warrant images, demanding immediate payment through a kiosk while falsely prohibiting them from contacting police or visiting the sheriff's office until after payment. The scammers attempt to collect money through various untraceable methods including wire transfers, gift cards, and cryptocurrency, though the legitimate Sheriff's Office clarified it never requests payments through these channels or restricts victims from contacting authorities.
pcpatriot.com
· 2025-12-08
Virginia State Police report an uptick in financial scams targeting older adults and vulnerable individuals, including anti-virus software scams (one victim lost $36,000), "grandparent scams" using AI voices to impersonate grandchildren in distress, and cryptocurrency fraud (one woman scammed out of $160,000 in Bitcoin). Police recommend independently verifying requests before responding, establishing a trusted "buddy system," and remembering that legitimate organizations never pressure payment via gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency.
states.aarp.org
· 2025-12-08
Cybercriminals are sending fraudulent text messages impersonating highway toll authorities like E-ZPass, claiming recipients owe unpaid tolls and directing them to fake websites to pay. Victims who click the links risk malware infection and credit card theft, while paying for tolls they never incurred. To protect yourself, do not respond to such messages; instead, contact your toll authority directly if you have concerns about legitimate unpaid tolls.
daijiworld.com
· 2025-12-08
A man in Udupi, India lost Rs 89 lakh to online fraudsters who used an impersonation scam involving fake TRAI and police officials. The scammers called Santhosh Kumar on September 11, falsely claiming he had multiple FIRs filed against him and threatening virtual arrest, then used WhatsApp video calls posing as a cyber inspector to convince him his bank account was involved in money laundering. The victim was deceived into transferring the entire sum to a fraudulent SBI account under the guise of RBI fund verification before realizing the scam when communication abruptly ceased.
the-review.com
· 2025-12-08
Perry Township police held an educational session for approximately 80 seniors to raise awareness about common scams targeting older adults, which cost consumers over $10 billion in 2023 according to the FTC. Police detectives outlined major fraud schemes including "pig butchering" (romance/investment scams where victims lose substantial sums), grandparent scams (fake bail requests), and Social Security benefit threats, with local examples showing losses ranging from $15,000 to nearly $200,000. The presentation covered warning signs of fraud and protective measures, such as establishing family passwords to combat AI voice impersonation and never sharing personal information with unsolicited callers.
cantonrep.com
· 2025-12-08
Perry Township police held an educational session for approximately 80 seniors to warn about prevalent scams costing consumers over $10 billion annually in 2023. Detectives outlined multiple fraud schemes targeting seniors, including "pig butchering" (investment scams where one victim lost nearly $200,000), grandparent scams (one local case involved a $15,000 loss), AI voice cloning, Social Security benefit threats, and Facebook account hacking. Police emphasized warning signs such as pressure tactics, requests for non-credit card payments, and threats, while advising seniors to establish family passwords, verify callers independently, and never share personal information with unsolicited contacts.
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
Americans lost $5.6 billion to cryptocurrency scams in 2023, a 45% increase from 2022, with crypto investment fraud accounting for $3.9 billion of those losses according to the FBI's 2023 report. Adults over 60 were disproportionately affected, reporting over 16,000 complaints totaling $1.6 billion in losses, and were particularly vulnerable to crypto ATM scams, losing $124 million through that method alone. The FBI recommends verifying caller information, scrutinizing website domains, avoiding crypto kiosk payments for purported law enforcement or government demands, and consulting licensed financial advisors before investing.
goldrushcam.com
· 2025-12-08
A car buying scam ring operating across California and involving at least three suspects—Michael Tanase, Constantin Mustata, and Florin Tanase—sabotaged vehicles listed for sale by pouring oil into radiators to simulate engine failure, then made lowball offers to purchase the damaged cars at a fraction of their value. Michael Tanase was arrested in Oklahoma in July 2024 on an outstanding felony warrant for vandalism and theft by false pretense filed by the Placer County District Attorney's Office, while his two co-suspects remain at large; the scam had been reported to multiple law enforcement agencies across California beginning in early 2024.
postandcourier.com
· 2025-12-08
Since 2020, the Better Business Bureau has received over 4,000 reports of investment scams, many involving cryptocurrency or romance fraud tactics where scammers build trust through fake relationships before soliciting investments. Median losses have increased significantly from $1,000 in 2021 to nearly $6,000 in recent years, with some victims losing over $84,000. The article outlines red flags including guaranteed returns promises, unknown cryptocurrencies, pressure to share wallet access, and unsolicited friendship offers, and provides resources for reporting scams to the BBB, FTC, and FBI.
theprint.in
· 2025-12-08
"Hustle kingdoms" are informal training academies in West Africa (particularly Ghana and Nigeria) that teach individuals digital fraud techniques, including romance scams and business email compromise schemes, with graduates exporting these skills globally and contributing to an estimated $50 billion in online scam losses in the United States in 2023 alone. These operations evolved from 1980s-90s "business centres" and function as hierarchical knowledge hubs where novices learn sophisticated fraud tactics from experienced scammers. Some perpetrators justify their crimes as restitution for historical colonial exploitation, while employing both psychological manipulation and supernatural tactics like "juju magic" to defraud victims worldwide.
headtopics.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are using AI-generated deepfake videos of famous doctors on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram to promote unproven health treatments, particularly targeting older audiences. The fraudulent videos falsely endorse dangerous "natural" remedies for serious conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure, leveraging the trusted reputations of well-known TV health personalities including Michael Mosley and Hilary Jones. Experts warn these scams pose serious health risks as victims may abandon proven medical treatments in favor of ineffective products, and the deepfakes are difficult to combat as new versions quickly replace removed content.
news.yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
Americans lost $5.6 billion to cryptocurrency scams in 2023, a 45% increase from 2022, with crypto investment fraud accounting for $3.9 billion of those losses according to the FBI's 2023 report. Seniors over 60 were hit hardest, reporting over $1.6 billion in losses and making up the vast majority of victims using crypto ATMs, losing over $124 million through that method alone. The FBI recommends verifying caller phone numbers, checking for website inconsistencies, and remembering that legitimate agencies will never demand payment via cryptocurrency.
businessinsider.com
· 2025-12-08
Americans lost $5.6 billion to cryptocurrency scams in 2023, a 45% increase from 2022, with people over 60 suffering the most damage at $1.6 billion in losses across more than 16,000 reports. Investment fraud scams accounted for the majority of losses at $3.9 billion, and seniors were particularly vulnerable to crypto ATM scams, losing over $124 million through that method alone. The FBI recommends verifying caller phone numbers, scrutinizing website domains and emails, remembering that no legitimate government agency demands crypto payments, and seeking licensed financial advice before investing.
dailyhodl.com
· 2025-12-08
AI-powered voice cloning is enabling a new wave of fraud that costs billions of dollars annually, with criminals using synthetic audio to impersonate loved ones and compromise financial accounts in as little as 30 seconds. Deloitte forecasts AI-related fraud losses will reach $30 billion by 2027, up from $12.3 billion in 2023, while the FBI warns the public to limit personal photos and videos on social media, as these can be easily exploited by scammers to create convincing deepfakes and target victims.
straitstimes.com
· 2025-12-08
In the first half of 2024, 580 Singapore residents fell victim to government official impersonation scams, a 58 percent increase from 367 cases in the same period the previous year, with each victim losing an average of $116,534—the highest loss amount among all scam types. Scammers impersonate police officers, bank staff, and government officials (including China government officials) to accuse victims of money laundering or other crimes, using psychological manipulation, time pressure, and fake credentials to coerce victims into transferring money to designated accounts. Authorities recommend verifying caller identity before complying with requests and looking for legitimate government sender IDs (gov.sg)
newindianexpress.com
· 2025-12-08
Kochi residents, including a renowned music composer who nearly lost Rs 3 lakh, have been targeted by cyber fraudsters posing as Central agency officers who use video call "interrogations" and threats of virtual arrest to coerce victims into transferring money to private accounts. The scammers exploit fear and psychological manipulation, successfully defrauding even highly educated and tech-savvy individuals, with one software company owner losing Rs 7 crore in a foreign exchange scam. Police warn that government agencies never request money transfers to private accounts and urge victims to report fraud immediately to the toll-free number 1930 within two hours for potential fund recovery.
nbcbayarea.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are impersonating local law enforcement officers through spoofed phone calls with authentic-looking phone numbers, appealing to people's desire to support first responders to solicit charitable donations. Law enforcement agencies across the Bay Area and cybersecurity experts advise people not to answer unfamiliar numbers, provide personal information, or send money in response to such calls.
boothbayregister.com
· 2025-12-08
AARP warns that peer-to-peer payment apps like Venmo, Zelle, and Cash App are vulnerable to multiple scam tactics, including impersonation scams (fake emergencies), marketplace discounts requiring P2P payment, and spoofed payment reversals where scammers request refunds that leave victims short funds. Unlike credit cards, P2P transactions lack consumer protections and are typically irreversible, making it critical to only use these apps with trusted contacts and to report unexpected payments to the app provider.
cbsnews.com
· 2025-12-08
A retired Brooklyn accountant lost $100,000 in a fake Microsoft tech support scam in which a caller claimed her computer had a virus and said he accidentally deposited a $100,000 refund, convincing her to withdraw and hand the cash to a courier using a code word. The scammers had gained unauthorized access to her bank accounts and transferred her own money from a trust fund to her checking account to make the false deposit appear legitimate. Authorities advise that legitimate tech companies do not call unsolicited, and victims should turn off their devices, avoid calling numbers on pop-ups, and reset passwords if compromised.
longisland.com
· 2025-12-08
A 51-year-old New Jersey man was arrested on September 13, 2024, for defrauding a 69-year-old woman in New Hyde Park through an elder scam in which he posed as a Walmart employee and convinced her that her social security number had been compromised. The victim withdrew $20,000 and handed it to the suspect in a parking lot on September 9, 2024, believing he would safeguard the funds; the suspect was apprehended when he attempted to solicit additional money from the victim days later. Tejas Kapur was charged with Grand Larceny 3rd Degree and Attempted Grand Larceny 3
wsbtv.com
· 2025-12-08
Billions of dollars are lost annually to scams targeting older Americans, with the FBI reporting over $3 billion in losses in 2023 alone, including devastating cases such as romance scams, sextortion schemes, and AI-enabled impersonations that have cost some seniors their entire life savings. The AARP Fraud Watch Network receives more than 100,000 calls yearly from affected seniors, and experts testified before U.S. Congress emphasizing that criminals continue to evolve their tactics with increasing sophistication. Lawmakers are responding with bipartisan legislation and recommendations for education, public outreach, and federal efforts to combat spoofing and robocalls as key strategies to protect vulnerable seniors.
coingape.com
· 2025-12-08
The CFTC has partnered with federal agencies including the SEC, FBI, and IRS to combat "pig butchering" cryptocurrency scams, which cost Americans billions annually and exploit victims through fake romantic relationships to lure them into fraudulent crypto investments. These collaborative efforts include developing educational infographics and investor alerts designed to help consumers—including experienced investors—identify and avoid such schemes. The CFTC advises the public to ignore unsolicited messages, report suspicious activity, and provide detailed information to law enforcement to assist investigations.
goldrushcam.com
· 2025-12-08
At a September 2024 Senate Banking Committee hearing, Senator Elizabeth Warren highlighted the severe impact of romance and cryptocurrency investment scams on older Americans, noting that Massachusetts residents alone lost over $85 million to these schemes in 2023. Testimony revealed that scammers use extended emotional manipulation through dating apps before gradually coercing victims to deposit funds into fake trading accounts that show false profits, ultimately draining their entire savings; crypto scam losses nationally increased tenfold from 2020-2023 to over $110 million, with adults over 60 being three times more likely to lose money in such schemes. Senator Warren advocated for her bipartisan Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering
postbulletin.com
· 2025-12-08
This 2010 opinion article alleges that Republican political leaders used misleading marketing tactics targeting seniors during the healthcare reform debate, spreading false claims about "death panels" and government rationing to discourage support for the Affordable Care Act. The piece argues that Republican messaging exploited seniors' fears about healthcare changes despite the proposed reforms actually including benefits like closing the prescription drug "doughnut hole" and extending Medicare's solvency. While this is political commentary rather than reporting on an actual financial scam, it characterizes the political campaign as a "marketing scam" that used fearmongering to manipulate elderly voters.
wrex.com
· 2025-12-08
The Better Business Bureau is warning families about fake emergency scams where scammers use advanced voice-cloning technology to impersonate relatives and convince victims to wire money. To combat this threat, the BBB recommends families establish a private code word to verify callers' identities and secure their social media accounts to prevent scammers from obtaining voice samples. Victims or potential targets of this scam are encouraged to report incidents to the BBB Scam Tracker.
larongenow.com
· 2025-12-08
Between January and July 2024, Saskatchewan residents lost over $3.4 million to cryptocurrency fraud across 116 reported cases to the RCMP. One notable case involved a business employee who received a call from a scammer impersonating senior management, attempting to manipulate the victim into cryptocurrency transfers. The RCMP continues to investigate cryptocurrency fraud schemes targeting provincial residents.
foxsportsradionewjersey.com
· 2025-12-08
A woman working in cybersecurity fell victim to an elaborate phone scam impersonating a Homeland Security officer who claimed she was involved in drug smuggling and threatened her with up to 9 years in prison, though she avoided revealing personal identifying information. The scammer obtained her phone number, home address, thirty-year address history, and banking information, leaving her vulnerable to follow-up fraud attempts; the article also warns that scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated and commonly target seniors and other vulnerable populations through impersonating government agencies like the IRS and Homeland Security.
cbs8.com
· 2025-12-08
Albert Gietzen, a Vista resident, lost $12,000 in a gift card scam after a fake Microsoft pop-up alert convinced him his computer was compromised and his bank account had been hacked. He withdrew the money, purchased twelve $1,000 Home Depot gift cards, and provided the card numbers to the scammer before being stopped by sheriff's deputies; though Home Depot initially claimed the cards were cancelled, the company later refused a refund, prompting a lawsuit and media attention. After CBS 8 contacted Home Depot, the company agreed to refund Gietzen's $12,000 and settle a portion of his legal fees.
wsvn.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers used fake dating profiles impersonating Miami doctor Nataliya Bocharova on social media to defraud men out of millions of dollars through a "pig butchering" scheme, in which victims were lured by romance and promises of investment returns, then directed to fake trading sites where their money disappeared. One victim lost $300,000 before the real doctor's warning video on Instagram alerted him to the scam; the FBI is now investigating, though the schemes are typically run by organized crime groups overseas and most money is not recovered.
catcountry1073.com
· 2025-12-08
The Cumberland County Sheriff's Department warned residents about a phone scam in which callers impersonate law enforcement officers, use real officers' names and the department's phone number, and request payment to settle alleged warrants, instructing victims to meet them at stores or public locations. The department clarified that they never contact residents by phone about legal matters or payment demands, and urged citizens not to share personal information with callers or meet with them in person. There is no confirmation of victims who fell for the scam.
newsmeter.in
· 2025-12-08
A 39-year-old Hyderabad woman lost Rs 2 lakhs after a fraudster posing as an official called claiming her parcel from Mumbai to Taiwan had been seized and contained illegal items including drugs and cash, then threatened her with legal action by the Narcotics Department to extract her bank details. The victim subsequently filed a cybercrime complaint, and police warned the public to disconnect suspicious calls, avoid sharing financial information, and recognize that legitimate authorities do not demand money transfers via Skype or threaten legal action to resolve alleged issues.
nbcphiladelphia.com
· 2025-12-08
Romance scammers stole $1.14 billion from Americans in one year according to the FTC, though experts believe the actual amount is higher due to underreporting by embarrassed victims. A Philadelphia-area widow lost approximately $39,000 to a romance scam orchestrated by a man posing as a surgeon, who built an emotional relationship with her over months before requesting money for various fabricated needs, ultimately disappearing when they were supposed to meet in person. The victim has since recovered and now volunteers with the AARP Fraud Watch Helpline to help prevent others from falling victim to similar schemes.
theregister.com
· 2025-12-08
A Cambodian senator and entrepreneur, Ly Yong Phat, was sanctioned by the US Treasury for operating O Smach Resort as a forced labor camp where trafficked workers were coerced into promoting cryptocurrency and foreign exchange scams that defrauded victims globally. Workers at the resort reported being lured with false job offers, having their documents confiscated, and enduring beatings, electric shocks, ransoms, and threats; two victims reportedly died by suicide. The sanctions prohibit US persons from conducting business with Ly without permission and require reporting of his US-based assets.
1011now.com
· 2025-12-08
The Nebraska State Patrol warned the public of scammers creating fake social media profiles impersonating state government officials to defraud victims. The fraudsters move conversations to messaging apps and pose false offers of grants, government transactions, or jobs, with at least one victim losing $5,000 in cryptocurrency. NSP advises contacting state agencies directly through nebraska.gov for legitimate services and recommends victims immediately cease communication with scammers and secure their financial accounts.
cleveland.com
· 2025-12-08
**Scam Losses in Cuyahoga County, Ohio More Than Double; Nationwide Fraud Crisis Escalates**
Reported scam losses in Cuyahoga County jumped from $1.2 million in 2023 to $2.7 million in 2024, with fraudsters using spoofed caller IDs, stolen personal data, and cryptocurrency to steal larger amounts in shorter timeframes. A particularly dangerous trend involves scammers posing as federal agents claiming victims' bank accounts are involved in drug trafficking, convincing them to move savings to crypto "wallets" and in some cases obtaining house sale proceeds—with national fraud losses reaching $
cuyahogacounty.gov
· 2025-12-08
Director of Consumer Affairs Sheryl Harris testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs about sophisticated scams targeting Ohio residents, particularly older adults who comprise the majority of scam reports in Cuyahoga County. Harris described how scammers use psychological manipulation tactics—creating false urgency through threats of arrest or asset seizure, isolating victims from help, and establishing false authority—to route victims' money to fraudsters. The hearing highlighted the need for stronger regulations and corporate accountability from tech and financial companies to protect consumers from increasingly complex fraud schemes.
silive.com
· 2025-12-08
A 32-year-old man from Queens was convicted of grand larceny for defrauding a senior woman on Staten Island of $35,000 in August 2023. The scam involved a fake phone call claiming the victim's bank account was compromised, after which a person (the defendant) posed as a bank employee and collected cash from her home. Om Parkash pleaded guilty and is scheduled to be sentenced in October to one to three years in prison with a restitution order to repay the victim.
siliconvalley.com
· 2025-12-08
California's reported elder fraud complaints decreased slightly by 2 percent from 2022 to 2023 (from 145 to 142 complaints per 100,000 adults aged 60+), but the state remains among the top 10 most affected states in the nation. The FBI data shows significant variation across states, with Arizona leading at 289 complaints per 100,000 elders compared to Mississippi's lowest rate of 64, while nine states experienced increases of 19-36 percent in elder fraud complaints during the same period.
chronicleonline.com
· 2025-12-08
Elder fraud caused over $3.4 billion in losses to seniors in 2023, with an average loss of $34,000 per victim, and Florida had the second-highest number of complaints that year. The most common scams include tech support fraud, personal data breaches, romance scams, non-delivery scams, and investment scams (which cause the largest financial losses). To protect against fraud, seniors should never share personal information with unknown callers, verify requests by contacting organizations directly, be skeptical of unsolicited offers, and report suspected fraud to authorities as soon as possible.
witl.com
· 2025-12-08
Michigan residents are being warned about three Amazon Prime Day scams: fake text messages impersonating Amazon to steal personal information, phishing messages falsely claiming Prime membership cancellation requiring payment, and account suspension scams using fraudulent links to compromise account access. Experts advise verifying any Amazon communications directly through the official app or website and never sharing personal details via unsolicited texts or calls.
hrdive.com
· 2025-12-08
Online job scams are proliferating through fake listings, fraudulent recruiter profiles, and deceptive messages often powered by AI tools, with the FTC reporting $491 million in losses during 2023—a 25% increase from 2022, with a median loss of $2,000 per victim. Red flags include requests for personal information (Social Security numbers), upfront payment for training or equipment, unrealistically high pay offers, suspiciously quick hiring processes, and communication limited to email or chat rather than phone or video calls. Legitimate employers can distinguish themselves by using established job sites, protecting applicant privacy, offering transparent pay information, and conducting in-person or video interviews.
cnet.com
· 2025-12-08
Text message phishing scams (smishing) affect approximately one in three Americans, with about one-third of those falling victim without immediate awareness; the FBI reported 298,878 phishing complaints in 2023 resulting in nearly $19 million in losses, with scams becoming more sophisticated through AI-generated messages. To protect yourself, verify that you've opted into bank text alerts through your account settings, and never respond to messages requesting personal information, urgent action, suspicious links, or money transfers—instead, contact your bank directly using the number on your card.
mynewstouse.com
· 2025-12-08
Hispanic communities are disproportionately targeted by phone scams and election-related misinformation, with Hispanics twice as likely to lose money to phone scams and three times more likely to be victimized by robocall scams compared to non-Hispanics, according to a 2024 Truecaller/Harris Poll report. Scammers use targeted misinformation tailored to specific Hispanic subgroups' political sensitivities, such as immigration policies for Mexican Americans and statehood debates for Puerto Ricans. The article recommends using spam-blocking apps with caller identification features to protect vulnerable voters from fraudulent calls and misleading information, particularly during election cycles.
cnbc.com
· 2025-12-08
Americans lost over $5.6 billion to cryptocurrency scams in 2023, a 45% increase from 2022, with investment scams accounting for $4 billion of those losses, according to an FBI report. Fraudsters typically build trust with victims through dating apps and social media before directing them to fake websites that display false investment growth, then prevent withdrawals or demand fees. The FBI recommends verifying messages independently, scrutinizing websites for misspellings or character substitutions in domain names, and remaining skeptical of promises to earn quick profits with minimal risk.
1043wowcountry.com
· 2025-12-08
Law enforcement in North Central Washington is warning residents about three prevalent scams: fake prize claims (where a woman lost thousands after being told she won a truck), grandparent scams claiming a relative needs bail money, and jury duty scams threatening arrest for failure to report unless a fine is paid. Authorities advise victims to hang up immediately, avoid sharing personal information or sending money, and contact their local county court with any questions rather than engaging with callers.
thebee.news
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are impersonating Mohave County Deputies and calling citizens claiming they have outstanding warrants and must pay fines or face arrest. Law enforcement agencies do not conduct business via phone calls regarding warrants or fines, and citizens should hang up immediately and avoid sharing personal information with these callers.
21alivenews.com
· 2025-12-08
An 89-year-old Fort Wayne woman was scammed after someone posing as a federal agent convinced her that her identity was compromised and instructed her to withdraw large sums of money and meet at a hospital parking lot to hand over the cash. The victim's daughter, Carmen Cumberland, discovered the scheme when she noticed unusual withdrawals, and although police located the woman within three hours using her phone's location, the money had already been transferred before they could intervene. Cumberland is now sharing her mother's experience publicly to warn her community about the elaborate tactics scammers use to target vulnerable individuals.
cubaheadlines.com
· 2025-12-08
Cuban actress Camila Arteche shared a near-miss experience on TikTok with a phone scam in which a caller impersonating a Bank of America agent claimed there was a $3,000 fraud attempt on her Amazon account and attempted to get her to withdraw money and deposit it into a specified account. She became suspicious when the scammer grew nervous at the mention of consulting her lawyer, hung up, and confirmed with her bank that it was a scam. The post sparked widespread engagement with viewers sharing similar experiences and reiterating that banks never request sensitive information or money over the phone, and advising others to call their bank directly if they have doubts about incoming calls.