Scammers may use cryptocurrencies because the transactions are irreversible and hard to trace.

Does this sound familiar?

• Were you encouraged to send cryptocurrency to repair a virus on your computer?
• Were you told the only way to protect your money was by making deposits to cryptocurrency ATMs?
• Did someone ask you to lie to the bank or keep the reason for your cryptocurrency purchase a secret?
• Are you in a relationship with someone online who is asking you to send them cryptocurrency purchased at an ATM?
• Has anyone promised high returns on a cryptocurrency investment?
• Did someone representing a government agency or law enforcement organization call and request you provide cryptocurrency to satisfy a warrant, a fine, or to post a bond for a relative in jail or prison?

Contact: United States Secret Service Lexington Resident Office at (859) 223-2358

Source: https://www.kybanks.com/kba-files/pdf/comleg/KBA-SS-Cryptocurrency-Scam-Identifiers.jpg