FBI Philadelphia has issued a warning about scammers who impersonate law enforcement and government officials to extort money or steal personal information. The agency reports that recent attempts have targeted the area with initial contact made via text messages, and similar scams also use email or phone calls. In phone calls, scammers spoof caller‑ID to make it appear as if the call comes from a legitimate agency; recipients are advised to hang up and report the call. Fraudulent emails may contain the FBI seal and letterhead but often show misspellings, missing words, or incorrect grammar. Law enforcement will never call or email private citizens demanding payment or threatening arrest. Victims should cease contact, notify financial institutions, file a police report, and file a complaint with the FBI’s IC3.
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