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Crypto Scammers Using Couriers To Collect Cash, Avoid Detection: FBI
Crypto Scammers Using Couriers To Collect Cash, Avoid Detection: FBI
Authored by Naveen Athrappully via The Epoch Times,
Crypto scammers are using couriers to pick up cash from victims in person to avoid being traced by banks, the FBI is warning.
The fraudsters first approach targets, typically seniors, with business or romantic proposals via social media, texts, or a fake cryptocurrency investment profile, the bureau said in a June 15 public service announcement alert.
“After establishing a relationship with the victim, the scammer suggests investing in cryptocurrency and instructs the victim to download...
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