FBI Warns of Scam Targeting Crypto Victims Seeking Recovery

The FBI is issuing a renewed alert highlighting scammers posing as lawyers to steal from individuals who have already lost cryptocurrency or Bitcoin to prior fraud. These scams, targeting victims who are emotionally distressed and hoping to recover their stolen funds, involve imposters claiming they possess case files from US agencies, leading victims to believe that recovery is possible. These schemes often demand payment in cryptocurrencies, prepaid gift cards, or overseas bank transfers, ultimately stealing more funds from the victim.