Baker City Police Warn of Cryptocurrency Scams Using Bitcoin
Cryptocurrency scams have been on the rise in Baker County, Oregon, and the local police department is warning residents to be cautious. According to the Baker City Police Department (BCPD), scammers are increasingly using Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to steal money from unsuspecting victims.
Officials say that one of the tactics used by these scammers is to claim they are experiencing fines, fees, or 'account issues' and ask their victims to use a Bitcoin ATM to pay them. The BCPD advises residents to never send cryptocurrency to someone they don't know and to verify the credibility of the recipient before acting.
If something seems suspicious, the police department recommends checking with a trusted source. Residents can report any suspicious activity by calling the Baker City Police Department at (541) 523-3644, option 0.