Fake immigration call
A U. of I. student was targeted in a phone scam by someone posing as an ICE officer, claiming that a fraudulent passport had been issued in her name. The scammer used number spoofing to make the call appear legitimate and instructed the student to verify the phone number online. Later, the student received another spoofed call appearing to be from local law enforcement, warning her not to disclose the situation due to an “active investigation.” The scammers convinced the student to buy 32 gift cards totaling nearly $10,000 to cover a supposed bond deposit. After discussing the situation with [...]
Fake immigration call
A U. of I. student was targeted in a phone scam by someone posing as an ICE officer, claiming that a fraudulent passport had been issued in her name. The scammer used number spoofing to make the call appear legitimate and instructed the student to verify the phone number online. Later, the student received another spoofed call appearing to be from local law enforcement, warning her not to disclose the situation due to an "active investigation." The scammers convinced the student to buy 32 gift cards totaling nearly $10,000 to cover a supposed bond deposit. After discussing the situation with [...]
Campus Safety Notice – Battery
Dear campus community member: We would like to inform you of a crime that has recently occurred in the campus area so you have the information you need to take the appropriate precautions. We are issuing this Campus Safety Notice in accordance with a federal law requiring universities to disclose information about certain crimes on or immediately adjacent to campus property. We are sending this message to heighten your awareness, to encourage student safety, and to aid in the prevention of similar crimes. In instances of sexual offenses, we generally do not include specific details about exact locations or times [...]
PayPal account upgrade scam
A U. of I. student reported being the victim of an internet-based scam. The student was selling a prom dress on Facebook and received a message from an individual interested in purchasing the dress. The scammers claimed she needed to upgrade to a business account to complete a transaction, demanding $130 via PayPal and Zelle, followed by additional payments. Later, someone posing as an FBI agent threatened financial consequences if she did not comply with further payment demands. The student ceased contact with the scammers and contacted police.
PayPal account upgrade scam
A U. of I. student reported being the victim of an internet-based scam. The student was selling a prom dress on Facebook and received a message from an individual interested in purchasing the dress. The scammers claimed she needed to upgrade to a business account to complete a transaction, demanding $130 via PayPal and Zelle, followed by additional payments. Later, someone posing as an FBI agent threatened financial consequences if she did not comply with further payment demands. The student ceased contact with the scammers and contacted police.