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Scams in the U.S. are at a record high. Yet most victims get no help and some end up losing even more
Summary by Frisco News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Juliet Linderman and Erika Kinetz | The Associated Press and Martha Mendoz | Fro , as published by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· September 2, 2026
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Key points He was deceived by a fake individual and subsequently lost $800,000. A significant number of scams are occurring, with many victims not receiving assistance.
A significant number of scams are occurring, with many victims not receiving assistance. A man, whose wife had passed away, was targeted online and lost a substantial amount of money. He was deceived by a fake individual and subsequently lost $800,000. The man also incurred additional financial burdens, including borrowed money and taxes on withdrawn funds.
Further financial troubles arose when he was contacted by another scammer. This scammer offered to help him recover his losses in exchange for more money. The man had previously attempted to report the crime but did not receive any help.
More information on this situation is available from the source.
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Published: September 2, 2026 ·
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