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Description

I received a message from someone impersonating on of my close friends that gave me information to contact David Scott, Government organization with DHHS. Stating "IT A PROGRAM ORGANIZED TO HELP THE OLD, RETIRED, EMPLOYED AND UNEMPLOYED TO MAINTAIN A STANDARD OF LIVING BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE (DHHS)". Needed my full name, age, address, what i do for a living, maritial status, email, if i have any hearing impairments, how much i spend a month, and a photo of myself.

Targeted Person's Location

LA, USA- 71220

Scammer Information
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LA

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Unknown Email

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Unknown Phone Number

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messagener

Scam Type

Phishing

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Business name

Agent David Scott

Date Reported

July 22, 2024

Scam ID

869004


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