Billings Faces AI Scam: Local Business Caught Unaware
The New Threat of AI Voice Scams in Billings
In recent developments, AI scams have infiltrated local businesses in Billings, catching many off guard. A particular incident involved Colima de Mis Amores, a well-known Mexican grocery store, which became an unwitting participant in a fraudulent scheme.
The Incident Involving Juel Graham
Last week, MTN covered the story of a Billings mother, Juel Graham, who fell victim to an AI voice scam. Believing her daughter was in peril, she was coerced into wiring hundreds of dollars to a bank in Mexico through the store.
Colima de Mis Amores: A Local Business Impacted
- Store owner Rubi Murillo recalls the transaction with Graham.
- Murillo noted that Graham appeared calm during the process.
- Transactions under $500 require minimal verification, leading to the AI scam going unnoticed.
This case underscores the pressing need for businesses to be agile against emerging business scams and to educate their staff to recognize potential red flags.
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