FBI: Fake cop and government impersonation scams cost victims $1.6B

The FBI reports that fake cop and government impersonation scams have cost victims $1.6 billion over a 19-month period. Criminals utilize AI, fake uniforms, and mock government offices to deceive targets. Authorities emphasize that no legitimate agency will call to demand payment. To avoid these losses, the FBI advises individuals to hang up immediately and verify the identity of the caller independently to ensure they are not being targeted by these sophisticated fraudulent schemes.