An imposter pretending to be a relative in urgent legal or medical trouble.
Any request to pay a debt, fine, or fee with a gift card is . Scammers favor gift cards because they are untraceable, irreversible, and as easy to spend as cash once the code is shared. Common Scam Warning Signs
They tell you exactly which brand to buy (e.g., Target, Apple, Google Play) and which store to visit. pls buy gift cards
They may tell you what to say to cashiers to avoid raising suspicion. 🎭 Common Scenarios
Claims from the IRS, Social Security Administration, or police that you owe money. An imposter pretending to be a relative in
Threats to cut off power or water if a "overdue bill" is not paid immediately. 🛡️ How to Protect Yourself Report Gift Cards Used in a Scam
Claims that your computer has a virus and requires a fee paid via gift card to "fix" it. Common Scam Warning Signs They tell you exactly
The scammer may stay on the phone with you while you are in the store to prevent you from talking to staff or trusted friends.