Scammers Leverage AI Voices, Real Deputy Names to Exploit Unsuspecting Residents

Scam victim paid suspects for ‘new’ Social Security number: sheriff

(KRON) -- Authorities in the East Bay are warning of a recent scam after they said a victim paid suspects for a “new" Social Security number. The Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday the scam was initiated when a caller pretending to work for Amazon told the victim they had a fraudulent charge. The victim was forwarded to a fake Social Security administrator and told to pay for a new Social Security number because they were hacked,…

Consumer tip: Scammers are impersonating Bay Area law enforcement

Did you get a call that looks like it’s from your local police department? Be careful; it could be a scam. The person claims to be with your local police department. They say they’ve intercepted a package in your name, supposedly filled with cash, drugs or weapons, and they threaten you with arrest unless you pay a “fine” right away. To “clear your name,” they may demand that you send cash; deposit money at a Bitcoin ATM; buy gift cards and read…

Warrant Phone Scam Returns to Ripley Co. – WRBI Radio

(Ripley County, IN) – The Ripley County Sheriff’s Office says a phone scam targeting registered sex offenders has returned. Deputies say someone identifying themselves as “Lt. Stevens” has told people recently, they have outstanding warrants and that they must pay over the phone. The scammer threatens the other person with jail time and more charges if they don’t pay up. The sheriff’s office says they never ask for money over the phone or call a…

Scammers leverage AI voices, real deputy names to exploit unsuspecting residents

While the scam is not new, deputies say the level of sophistication in how deputies are impersonated is.

Rokita warns of scammers impersonating police

INDIANAPOLIS — Fraudsters impersonating local police are calling would-be victims to demand payment of supposed “fines,” and they are threatening arrest if the supposed fines are not paid immediately, according to Attorney General Todd Rokita.

Bullhead City Police warn that two area residents defrauded of tens of thousands of dollars in phone scam

BULLHEAD CITY — Police are warning the public about scams where people pose as trusted individuals, officials or organizations to deceive victims into handing over money, sensitive information, or access to accounts by use of threats.