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STOP! It's a DIGITAL SCAM
The Global Hues
|January 2025
Have you ever got an unknown call saying you're under -arrest for a crime you didn't commit?
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Did a so-called officer demand money to "clear your name"? Sounds terrifying, right? That's exactly what digital arrest scams are designed to do-make you panic and pay up!
But wait how do these scammers make it sound so real?
Why do even smart people fall for it?
And most importantly how can you avoid getting scammed?
Let's break down this high-tech con, expose their tricks, and arm you with foolproof ways to stay safe.
What exactly is a Digital Arrest Scam?
A digital arrest scam involves fraud in which scammers pretend to be law enforcement or government authorities, saying you are under criminal investigation or face arrest.
Often, they want personal information or quick payments to "clear" your name. These con artists generate urgency and panic using techniques like caller ID spoofing and even official-sounding language, effectively controlling their victims.
But here's the truth: No real government agency payments over the phone!
How Do These Digital Arrest Scams Work?
This story is from the January 2025 edition of The Global Hues.
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