SECURITYR/SCAMS
(US)The FBI claimed to be investigating me for international money laundering
A person was scammed by fraudsters impersonating the FBI and a New York prosecutor, who convinced them of a money laundering investigation. Coworkers intervened by researching the scam, leading the victim to secure their bank accounts, freeze credit, and contact authorities. The scammers continued calling after the victim alerted them to involve a defense attorney.
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