The scammers said they would remove the so-called virus for a refundable fee of $399, but then, they needed more...
BAY VILLAGE, Ohio - If you get a call or email asking for money to remove a virus on your computer - be wary.
Bay Village Police confirmed a Lincolnshire Drive resident fell victim to that scam, and now is out $10,399. She called police at 12:42 p.m. on April 29 to report that she had been contacted by someone who claimed there was a virus on her computer.Police said the scammers then indicated that they removed the virus and would be refunding her money.
But soon after, the scammers told the victim they accidentally refunded $39,000 into her account, and needed her to send them $10,000 in cash to fix the problem and avoid IRS issues, police stated.Police continue to investigate.
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