Suffolk County officials are sounding the alarm about a sophisticated scam targeting unsuspecting residents, where scammers pose as law enforcement officers and claim to have seized a large sum of money, including gold bars, during a fake investigation. The scammers then demand that victims pay a hefty fine or fee to recover their supposedly seized assets, often using high-pressure tactics and intimidation. Authorities warn that these scammers are highly convincing and may even provide fake receipts, court documents, or other evidence to support their claims. Residents are advised to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities immediately, as this scam has already netted significant losses for many victims.
Suffolk County leaders warn about "gold bar scam" CBS News
