FBI warns of scams using impersonation of government officials

In Colorado, numerous incidents have emerged recently involving phone scams where fraudulent callers impersonate U.S. Marshals and other government officials. These scammers, claiming the victims have committed offenses such as identity theft or jury duty violations, demand payments to avoid arrest. Victims are instructed to withdraw cash and send it via various methods, including Bitcoin ATMs and prepaid cards. The U.S. Marshals Service has reported significant financial losses among victims, with totals reaching tens of thousands of dollars. Authorities are stressing the importance of reporting these scams to local police and the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center to assist in investigations and trend tracking.