Scam Alert: New Email Extortion Scheme Targets Homeowners for Bitcoin
Tuesday, 10 September 2024, 05:09
Scam Alert: New Email Extortion Scheme Targets Homeowners
A new scam alert is ringing alarm bells for homeowners across the country. This email extortion scheme employs public images of homes to blackmail individuals into sending Bitcoin payments. Victims receive emails with personal details, including names and addresses, alongside threats of exposing sensitive information.
The Disturbing Details
- This scheme gained attention in Minneapolis, where residents like Michael Morimoto were approached.
- Perpetrators claim to have obtained images from Google Maps street view, enhancing their credibility.
- Threats include installing spyware, with demands of up to $2,000 in Bitcoin.
How to Protect Yourself
- Verify the source of suspicious emails.
- Do not engage with or respond to these threats.
- Report the emails to local authorities.
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