October 26, 2025
Johnston County Woman Gave Away $20,000 To Fake FBI Agent
A Johnston County woman lost $20,000 after she gave away $20,000 to an FBI impersonator.
The 35-year-old victim said she received a phone call in June from a person who claimed they were an agent with the FBI. The fake law enforcement officer claimed the woman’s bank account had been hacked and she needed to transfer all her money to a different bank for safety.
The scammer instructed the victim to visit a specific bank and deposit her funds into a new account. They also provided the account number at the different bank.
The victim withdrew $20,000 and deposited the money in the new account before realizing it was a scam.
The telephone phishing scam is widespread. Scammers often pose as law enforcement officers from local or federal agencies. If you are unsure if the call is real, check with your nearest law enforcement agency. And never trust caller ID. Scammers can make their phone numbers appear to be legitimate.
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Seriously a 35yo who was smart enough to save $20,000 wasn’t smart enough to realize someone can’t open up an account for you? 🤦🏻
Yes it’s awful people prey on others and I do not condone it but the level of stupidity that some people have make them an easy target!
“The 35-year-old victim said she received a phone call in June.”
She is 35 years old and actually fell for this? I get that call constantly and just laugh at them, really makes them angry. I can’t even feel sorry for her because she should’ve known better. She’s freaking 35!!! Get smarter people.
Don’t forget to check on your elderly family, friends, and neighbors.