Scam Alert Warning with Cybersecurity Icons. Courtesy/DEA
DEA News:
The Drug Enforcement Administration is warning the public of fraud where scammers impersonate DEA officials. Scam tactics may change, but they share many of the same characteristics.
Callers often use fake names and badge numbers. They also use the names of well-known DEA officials or police officers in local departments. Additionally, they may:
- Use an urgent and aggressive tone
- Threaten arrest, prosecution, or imprisonment
- Demand money via wire transfer or gift card numbers
- Ask for personal information (Social Security number or date of birth)
Don’t give your personal information away. If you are contacted by someone claiming to be with DEA, report the incident to the FBI at www.ic3.gov.
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