I’ve Written About Loads of Scams. This One Almost Got Me.
The New York Times | A person called a reporter, asking for him by name. The caller ID said “Chase Bank.” The scammer had a ready answer for every question the reporter asked. It almost worked.
How Foreign Scammers Use U.S. Banks to Fleece Americans
ProPublica | Asian crime syndicates’ online scams cheat victims around the world out of more than $44 billion a year. U.S. banks have been unable to stop them.
Body Camera Video Captures Scammer’s Change of Heart
9NEWS Denver | An officer's body camera captured the confession of a woman who impersonated a federal agent and convinced a couple to buy $20,000 worth of gift cards.
FTC: How To Avoid Imposter Scams
Federal Trade Commission | Imposter scams come in many varieties but work the same way: A scammer pretends to be someone, then tries to get you to send them money.