ENFIELD — In a case of swift intervention, the Enfield Police Department has successfully recovered $15,000 for a local resident who fell prey to a sophisticated scam.
The scammers, impersonating the Federal Trade Commission, falsely accused the victim of money laundering and demanded a hefty sum to “unflag” her accounts.
The victim was instructed to send the money either in cash or Bitcoin.
In a moment of panic, she complied and sent the amount, only to recognize the scam shortly after.
She immediately reported the incident to the Enfield Police Department.
Working in coordination with UPS, authorities managed to intercept the package containing the cash on an aircraft before it reached the scammers.
The timely action by the police and UPS ensured the money was returned to the rightful owner.
The Enfield Police Department reminds the public that legitimate law enforcement or government agencies will never solicit cash through the mail, nor will they ask for Bitcoin or gift cards.
They urge anyone who receives suspicious contact or inquiries purportedly from federal agencies to verify the authenticity directly with the agency in question.
