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How a Text Message Stole $70K | Dayton News
A veteran journalist lost $70,000 after falling for a high-tech scam that mimicked Robinhood’s fraud department. A text message triggered her panic, leading her to call a suspicious number—only to be coached into transferring her savings over two days. The scammer’s relentless pressure finally tipped her off, but the damage was done. Experts warn of increasingly convincing scams and urge listeners to verify everything independently, never trust unsolicited contact, and beware of urgency tactics. Delgado, still awaiting a hearing, pleads for vigilance: your tech is your enemy if you don’t stay…
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