Woman reports scam calls demanding Bitcoin payment, Yarmouth ME


A woman received scam phone calls claiming she had a warrant and needed to pay with Bitcoin. She lost no money and asked to speak to an officer for reassurance.
Audio|Source: Yarmouth Police / Fire, Cumberland and Freeport Fire
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Transcript:
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In the lobby, her name is (name withheld).
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She got calls all day saying she has a warrant and needs to pay in Bitcoin.
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She is not out any money. I told her it was a scam, but she wants to see an officer in person for reassurance.
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Yarmouth, ME
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