The Police Beat
What are Sextortion Scams?
Fairfax County Police Dept
Investigators from our Financial Crimes Online Reporting (FiCOR) unit continue to identify local and national scams. Investigators want community members to be aware of sextortion scams that have been reported throughout the county.
These scams involve sending threatening messages, claiming to have gained access to your computer or devices and accusing you of inappropriate online activity. The scammers threaten to share compromising videos and screenshots with your contacts unless you pay financially. At times, downloaded photographs of the victim’s home are used to intimidate the victim. These photographs are usually found online.
How Do I Avoid this Scam?
If you suspect a scam or have fallen victim to one in Fairfax County, report it to FCPD’s Financial Crimes Unit through our online portal at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police/HowDoI/FinancialCrimes
If you are unable to file a report on the computer, call our non-emergency line at 703-691-2131 to have an officer assist you with making a FiCOR report.
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