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Recovery scams & threats

After a loss, be wary of anyone promising recovery in exchange for another fee.

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Refund and recovery agency scams

An unsolicited agency targets previous scam victims, claiming it can recover losses after file, tax or processing payments.

Fake lawyers and enforcement recovery

A fake law firm or enforcement partner presents forged credentials and reports to request fees and identity data for fund recovery.

Fake hackers and crypto recovery

A supposed specialist claims to break into wallets or reverse transfers, charging tracing fees and seeking more money or wallet access.

Frozen funds and withdrawal fees

An account displays funds but blocks withdrawals until additional tax, deposits or top-ups are paid.

Victim list and reimbursement phishing

A message knows previous loss amounts and dates, claims access to an official victim list and requests reimbursement registration.

Threatened debt and virtual kidnapping

A caller claims a loved one is kidnapped or owes a debt, using threats and continuous contact to prevent checks and force payment.

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