How a phone call from a family member turned into a terrifying extortion scam

Name: How a phone call from a family member turned into a terrifying extortion scam
Uploaded: 2025-06-12T19:02:00-0400
Duration: 4 min 13 s
Description: It’s a scam you’re probably not prepared for: You receive an incoming call that your cellphone says is from a family member, but it turns out to be someone threatening your loved one and demanding money. Investigative reporter Liz Crawford shares tips for staying safe.

It’s a scam you’re probably not prepared for: You receive an incoming call that your cellphone says is from a family member, but it turns out to be someone threatening your loved one and demanding money. Investigative reporter Liz Crawford shares tips for staying safe.