Chatham County Police warn of a ransom scam where scammers hack phones, pretend to hold relatives hostage.

The Chatham County Police Department warns of a ransom scam where scammers hack victims' phones, access contacts, and make spoofed calls pretending to hold a relative hostage. They advise asking specific questions to verify identity, contacting the alleged victim directly, and not sharing financial information or sending money. To prevent scams, avoid opening unknown links on your phone.

2 months ago
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