Bitcoin ransom scam

Friend opened email which demanded. Bitcoin ransom.

She closed her phone and turned it off.

What’s next?

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iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 17

Posted on Nov 6, 2024 7:58 AM

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1 reply

stedman1

Level 10

265,700 points

Nov 6, 2024 8:01 AM in response to douglasfrommonrovia

Delete the email.

Do not interact with the message or the sender.

No further steps are required.

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