IRS Back-Taxes Scam Call Steals Millions

Once you hand over your financial information, a scammer can drain your bank account quickly. The Federal Trade Commission estimates Internal Revenue Service (IRS) imposters have stolen almost five million dollars in the last five years.

But there’s increased danger today as thieves pretending to be IRS agents work smarter, not harder. These con artists are targeting people like you with information they already know.

The latest scam involves claims that you owe back taxes. You will be told an IRS agent is calling because you owe back taxes that you must pay promptly through wire transfer or gift card. The supposed “agent” will have fake credentials and a bogus name. What’s most shocking is that they may even know a lot about you.

Scammers will also make the caller ID look like the IRS is calling you. The hope is that you will comply with the scammer’s instructions and hand over your personal information or money.

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