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FBI Warns of Courier Cash Scams Fueling Crypto Investment Fraud
Beware of scammers who are using couriers to collect cash from victims, often under the guise of required investments or fines to withdraw from a fake crypto investment firm. The FBI warns that these scammers will instruct victims to hand over cash to a courier, often using verification tactics like sharing a dollar bill serial number or password to gain trust.
FBI Warns of Courier-Based Crypto Scams
Don't fall victim to crypto scams: scammers are now using couriers to collect cash from unsuspecting victims at their homes or in public, often using passwords or specific dollar bill serial numbers to authenticate the pickup. This low-tech twist on investment scams adds a frighteningly personal touch.