FBI warns about fake law firms targeting crypto scam victims

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (#FBI ) has issued a warning about a new form of scam, in which cybercriminals impersonate law firms or government officials to target individuals who have previously been victims of cryptocurrency scams.

How the scammers operate

These scammers often approach victims with the promise of helping them recover lost funds. They may know the exact amount and timing of the victim's loss, which helps them easily gain trust. Common tactics include:

Requesting victims to pay service fees using cryptocurrency or gift cards.

Requesting to open accounts at foreign banks through phishing links (#phishinglinks ).

Requesting payment of "bank fees" to verify identity.

Scammers often refuse to provide proof of identity or video meetings to avoid detection.

Advice from the FBI

The FBI advises everyone to adopt a "zero trust" model. Be wary of any organization that contacts you unexpectedly, requesting photographic evidence of a lawyer's license or proof of employment from a government official. The FBI also recommends that victims carefully document all interactions.

This warning comes amid multiple major bankruptcies in the crypto industry that have left customers waiting for years to recover their funds, creating opportunities for criminals to exploit the situation for scams. #scam