Authorities in Western Massachusetts are warning residents about a rising cryptocurrency scam that has already cost victims over $624,000 in 2024. Scammers impersonate law enforcement officials, claiming individuals missed jury duty or have outstanding warrants. They then pressure victims—often elderly—into depositing cash into Bitcoin ATMs to avoid arrest. Victims are kept on the phone during the process to prevent them from seeking help. In one case, a woman lost her entire $10,000 savings. Officials urge residents to be skeptical of unsolicited calls demanding payment and to verify any legal claims directly with their local police or sheriff’s department.
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