Monroe County, Georgia – Officials are warning residents about a scam prompting victims to withdraw cash or purchase gold.
According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, the scheme—commonly referred to as the “Gold Courier Pick-Up Scam”—involves suspects posing as law enforcement officers or government officials. Victims are contacted by phone, text, email, or computer pop-ups and told their financial accounts have been compromised.
Authorities say suspects allegedly instruct victims to “protect” their money by withdrawing large sums of cash or converting funds into gold. In many cases, a courier is then sent to the victim’s home to collect the assets for supposed safekeeping.
Investigators say once the money or gold is handed over, communication stops and the assets are not recovered, resulting in significant financial losses.
The sheriff’s office noted that many of these scams are linked to overseas call centers, making recovery and prosecution more difficult. The Federal Bureau of Investigation has identified similar patterns in cases reported across the United States.
Officials emphasize that legitimate law enforcement agencies will never request money, gold, or financial transfers for safekeeping purposes.
Residents who believe they may have been targeted or victimized are strongly encouraged to contact the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Communications Center at 478-994-7010 or the Investigations Division at 478-994-7043.
The warning is particularly relevant for older residents, remote workers, and students who may be more frequently targeted through digital communication channels.
Authorities urge the public to verify any urgent financial request independently and avoid sharing sensitive information with unknown contacts.
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