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Bitcoin ATM Scam Takes $4,900 After Fake Jury Duty Threat
Bitcoin.com News·September 26, 2026·1 min read
A Georgia woman lost $4,900 after depositing the cash into a Bitcoin ATM, believing a caller's threat of arrest for missed jury duty. The scam follows a pattern where callers turn court obligations into urgent crypto payments. Authorities warn that legitimate courts never demand payment via Bitcoin ATMs.
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