Scammers target Northern California residents with blackmail threats
DPD said it has received reports about scammers who contact people via email, phone, or social media, threatening to release compromising information unless they receive payment. The scam often includes tactics like fake evidence, law enforcement impersonation, or use of personal details to manipulate victims into compliance.
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Davis PD offered tips for the community to stay protected:
• Be cautious with personal information: Don't share sensitive details online.• Verify suspicious messages: Contact the source directly through trusted methods if threatening communication is received.• Don't engage with scammers: Do not respond to threats or make any payments.• Report it immediately: If contacted by a scammer, file an online crime report with Davis PD or report through the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center.
'Stay safe, stay informed, and remember — No legitimate authority will ever ask for money in exchange for keeping private information confidential,' DPD said.
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