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Description
A pop up came up on the elderly victim’s computer that the computer was at security risk and had virus and to call a number for “help.” The victim called the number and proceeded to download some sort of security update to “fix” the situation. Then the scammer said the victim owed him $75 for the help, but somehow convinced the victim he “made a mistake” by adding three extra zeros and now owed $75,000. Then he convinced/scared/threatened the victim into wiring him $75,000 and told victim to keep it a secret and not tell anyone.
Dollars Lost
$75000
Targeted Person's Location
CA, USA- 92101
Scammer Information
Hanover, MD- 21076
Unknown Email
1(940) 612-9266
Unknown URL
Scam Type
Tech Support
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Business name
Trinity Solar Panels LLC
Date Reported
August 31, 2025
Scam ID
1050201
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