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Recent scams
Amazon calls about a large unauthorized charge on your account
Caller claims to be Amazon fraud department about a $1,200+ unauthorized purchase. They transfer you to a fake "bank fraud team" who asks you to install remote software to "protect" your account.
tech support
IRS calling about your tax refund or arrest warrant
Scammer impersonates an IRS agent claiming you owe back taxes or have an arrest warrant, demanding immediate payment by gift card, wire transfer, or cryptocurrency.
government impersonation
Microsoft / Apple security alert pop-up asks you to call a number
A full-screen browser pop-up or audio alarm claims your computer is infected and shows a fake Microsoft or Apple support number. If you call, the "technician" asks to remotely access your device.
tech support
Wrong-number text turns into a crypto investment opportunity
A stranger sends a friendly wrong-number text. Over weeks they build romantic rapport, then introduce a fake crypto trading platform showing huge returns. All deposited funds are eventually stolen.
investment