Inside the ‘digital arrest’ scam: How cybercriminals use fear to defraud even the savvy

A disturbing surge in digital arrest scams is deceiving individuals nationwide, including tech-savvy citizens. Scammers impersonate law enforcement, fabricating accusations and demanding immediate payments or banking details under threat of arrest. These fraudsters exploit fear and urgency, often using spoofed numbers and fake police station backdrops to manipulate victims into compliance, causing significant emotional distress.

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