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Description

There is a money laundering scheme on Twitch and Youtube. The moderators sign up with fake names and target people who give money to the channel. Once they target you, they befriend you and send you a link. This link is a hack. They hack the phones and set up clone apps to steal money. This money is funneled back through legit efforts like being Youtube personalities and Twitch DJs. A financial audit is needed to catch these criminals in addition to more security protocols on these sites.

Dollars Lost

$2000

Targeted Person's Location

IL, USA- 62629

Scammer Information
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Unknown Location

Mail logo

Unknown Email

Mobile logo

Unknown Phone Number

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Twitch and Youtube

Scam Type

Family/Friend Emergency

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Business name

Using many names under the guise as mods and people

Date Reported

July 7, 2024

Scam ID

863748


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