Cop intercepts $40K Bitcoin ATM scam by Chase Bank impersonator
The officer intervened during the Bitcoin ATM deposit, preventing the victim from depositing more funds into the machine.
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The officer intervened during the Bitcoin ATM deposit, preventing the victim from depositing more funds into the machine.
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