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scam-and-fraud1 year ago•2 min saved

"Unraveling the $50K Scam: Insights from F.T.C., C.I.A., and Amazon"

New York Magazine's finance advice columnist, Charlotte Cowles, shared her experience of falling victim to a $50,000 scam orchestrated by individuals impersonating Amazon, the Federal Trade Commission, and the Central Intelligence Agency. The scammers claimed she was a victim of identity theft and convinced her to withdraw money from her bank for safekeeping. The article explores what actions Amazon, the F.T.C., and the C.I.A. would take if someone was actually a victim of identity fraud.

via The New York Times|

#amazon #charlotte-cowles #cia

personal-finance1 year ago•7 min saved

"Financial Columnist Admits Falling for $50,000 Amazon Scam"

Charlotte Cowles, a financial advice columnist for The Cut, fell victim to a complex scam, resulting in her giving a scammer $50,000 in cash. The scam involved individuals posing as Amazon representatives, FTC investigators, and CIA agents, manipulating her into believing she was involved in serious crimes. Despite her expertise, she ignored red flags and handed over the money in a shoe box. Cowles shared her story as a cautionary tale, emphasizing the need to recognize scam tactics and seek help if victimized.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

#amazon #charlotte-cowles #financial-advice

scamfraud1 year ago•3 min saved

"Financial Columnist Charlotte Cowles' $50,000 Scam Shock"

New York magazine's financial columnist Charlotte Cowles fell victim to an elaborate scam, losing $50,000 to con artists posing as Amazon, FTC, and CIA agents who convinced her she was under investigation for money laundering. Despite her financial acumen, Cowles was manipulated into withdrawing the money and handing it over to a stranger, feeling violated and questioning her own judgment. Her detailed account serves as a cautionary tale about how even the most financially aware individuals can be deceived by scammers.

via The Daily Beast|

#000 #charlotte-cowles #dollar50