Court Sounds Alarm on Jury Scam Demanding Bitcoin Payments
Scammers are forging arrest warrants for missed jury duty, demanding payment in bitcoin and gift cards. They use realistic court-style documents and urgent threats to exploit fear of arrest. Court Warns of Forged Arrest...
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