Don’t give Bitcoin to people pretending to be law enforcement.
The Fayetteville Police Department has issued a warning about a prevalent Bitcoin ATM scam in the area. Victims are reportedly being asked to go to Bitcoin ATMs to make payments to people impersonating law enforcement.
New ATM Scam Reported By Police In Arkansas
Local residents have reported receiving calls from individuals posing as deputies, claiming there’s a warrant for their arrest.
Victims are instructed to stay on the line while they visit a Bitcoin ATM to make payments to supposedly clear the warrant.
Be aware: No law enforcement agency will ask you to pay fines or clear warrants through Bitcoin or gift card purchases.
If you receive such a call, hang up immediately and contact the agency directly to verify the claim.
Cryptocurrency ATMs are a relatively new concept. They didn’t appear until the early 2010s and have slowly gained in popularity.
Be careful before sending payments to anyone. Always.
