Bitcoin User Loses $4,900 in Fake Jury Duty Scam
A Bitcoin ATM scam has reportedly resulted in a loss of $4,900 after a victim was threatened with fake jury duty.
The incident occurred at a Bitcoin ATM location where an individual claimed to be a representative from a law enforcement agency and informed the user that they were required to appear for jury duty. The scammer then demanded that the user transfer $4,900 in Bitcoin to an address provided.
The victim complied with the demand, transferring the funds before realizing it was a scam.