Beware: How Crypto Scammers Target Victims as FBI Recovers $8.2M

A group of scammers thought they found the perfect scheme—randomly texting people with fake “wrong number” messages, pretending they had messaged the wrong person by accident. Once the victim replied, they built trust, started friendly conversations, and eventually lured them into bogus crypto investments.

The FBI says at least 33 victims fell for the scam, with total losses around $6M. One Ohio woman lost $663K, and when she couldn’t send more, the scammers allegedly threatened her family.

But the tables turned. Authorities tracked the stolen funds through blockchain analysis, seized $8.2M, and are now working to return the money to victims.

Bottom line? If a stranger texts you about a “great crypto opportunity,” it’s not fate—it’s fraud.

Source: CRYPTO ROAST.