‘Law enforcement officers’ ask for cryptocurrency to avoid jail time
Kauai police officials are warning the public about a new phone scam where scammers are impersonating law enforcement officials to solicit money. Kauai police officials have issued a warning about a new phone scam where scammers impersonate law enforcement officials to solicit money. The scam involves a "law enforcement officer" who tells victims there is a warrant out for their arrest and if they wish to avoid being arrested, they should pay their fine with cryptocurrency. These scammers use the victim's real information to increase their credibility over the phone. The number on the caller ID may also be manipulated to fool victims into believing it is from a government agency. The Kauai Police Department does not call the public to request money or demand payment over the telephone. If you receive any suspicious phone calls, call dispatch at (808) 241-1711.
Published : 10 months ago by Emily Cervantes in Finance
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Kauai police officials are warning the public about a new phone scam where scammers are impersonating law enforcement officials to solicit money.
According to KPD, the “law enforcement officer” calls victims and tells them there is a warrant out for their arrest. If they would like to avoid being arrested, the victim should pay their fine with cryptocurrency.
Reports said scammers are using the victim’s real information to increase their credibility over the phone.
KPD also said the phone number on caller ID may also be manipulated to trick victim’s into believing the call is coming from a government agency.
Any such calls should be treated with suspicion. Refrain from disclosing your credit card details or any personal information. It’s crucial to report such incidents to the Kaua‘i Police Department and remember that law enforcement agencies will never call you to demand payment of any kind.
The Kauai Police Department would like to remind the public that they do not call the public to request money or demand any payment over the phone.
If you receive any suspicious phone calls, call dispatch at (808) 241-1711.
Topics: Law Enforcement, Cryptocurrency