05/08/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/08/2024 10:37
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Contact: Tony Mangan, Communications Director, 605-773-6878
PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackleyis warning South Dakotans again to be watchful for various scams after a Sioux Falls woman lost a reported $58,000 in a computer scam.
Sioux Falls Police are investigating the case of the 68-year-old woman who received a computer pop-up identifying itself as Apple Security. The woman was eventually forced to withdraw money from her account after being convinced by the scammer that she had to avoid being prosecuted for money laundering.
"This is a classic type of scam that preys on the elderly," said Attorney General Jackley. "The scammer confuses the person, threatens legal action, and promises the money will be returned to them. All of it is a lie."
Attorney General Jackley offers these tips to people who receive such calls or emails:
People who receive such calls are encouraged to contact local law enforcement, the Division of Consumer Protection at [email protected] or call 1-800-300-1986 or 605-773-4400.
The Division of Consumer Protection is part of the Attorney General's Office.
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