Scam call warns of hacked account and asks for cash, Hartford WI
A person received a scam call claiming their Apple account was hacked and was told to withdraw $12,000 from the bank. The caller pretended to be from the bank to convince the person to comply. The person was later advised to not share any information and to block the caller.
Audio|Source: Washington County Police, Fire and EMS
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Transcript:
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1025, 1019, near West Sumner Street.
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She was on the phone with someone advising her. Her Apple account was hacked and telling her to go to the bank to take out $12,000.
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She tried to convince her that they are with her bank.
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She was advised not to give any information and to hang up and block the number.
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Location mentioned:
Near W Sumner St, Hartford, WI 53027
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