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The FBI said scammers call, text, or email claiming you missed jury duty and now there’s a federal warrant out for your arrest.
To make it look legit, the FBI said they send you a copy of the fake warrant, sometimes using the names of actual judges, prosecutors, or federal agents in North Carolina.
Then comes pressure. The FBI said victims are told they can avoid jail time if they pay a fine, often using a virtual currency machine or kiosk. These payment methods are hard to trace, which makes it easier for scammers to disappear with your money, federal officials said.
In some cases, the caller ID is even faked to make it look like the call is coming from a government office or courthouse, the Charlotte FBI explained.
What you need to know:
If you think you’ve been scammed, report it at www.ic3.gov.
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