Deerfield, IL – Deerfield police have issued an urgent warning about a surge in Bitcoin scams targeting local residents. Scammers are using phone calls, texts, and emails to trick victims into believing they owe fines or missed payments. The scam then directs victims to make payments through Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies.
According to the Deerfield Police Department, no government agency or legitimate business will ever demand cryptocurrency as payment. Residents are urged to hang up immediately, delete any suspicious messages, and block the sender if they encounter this scam. Scammers often use tactics like claiming you missed jury duty or that your computer has technical issues, then provide a QR code or phone number to resolve the alleged issue.
If you think you’ve been targeted by this scam, contact your financial institution and local police immediately. Deerfield police emphasize the importance of vigilance and warn residents to avoid providing personal or financial information to unsolicited contacts.
