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The scams and frauds that use Bitcoin as a means of payment are becoming increasingly sophisticated and dangerous.  In Oconee County, South Carolina, a recent case involved a resident being threatened via text message with the extortion of $20,000 in Bitcoin, with the threat that a family member would be killed if the payment was not made.  This episode reflects a growing alarm related to digital fraud and underscores the importance of correct information to avoid falling into traps. Scams news: the scam with threat of violence and request for Bitcoin An individual from Oconee County received a text message in which a scammer demanded a payment of 20,000 dollars in Bitcoin.  The request was accompanied by a frightening threat: if the money was not sent, a family member of the victim would be killed.  This form of extortion exploits not only fear but also the difficulty of tracing funds transferred via cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. According to the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office, the victim also received a phone call, but did not answer it.  Important to highlight that no payment was made in Bitcoin, nor in other forms. In this way, the person avoided getting caught in the bull trap. The police force has used this emblematic case to strengthen its awareness campaigns against fraud via messages and phone calls, urging the entire community to remain vigilant. Corporal Jimmy Watt, public information officer of the sheriff’s office, emphasized the need not to respond to extortion messages that threaten physical harm to oneself or family members.  His key advice is clear: do not make any payments of any kind and immediately contact the authorities to report the extortion attempt. Furthermore, Watt strongly recommends keeping all received communications, including message conversations or missed calls.  This material can prove crucial for the investigations,…

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