Grandparent Scam — A grandparent scam impersonates a grandchild or someone assisting the grandchild during an emergency. The criminal requests immediate money and discourages family verification. Concern for the relative drives payment of the fabricated expense. – Family Emergency Scam

Added October 7, 2026

Grandparent Scam — A grandparent scam impersonates a grandchild or another trusted person to claim that a family emergency requires money. Criminals can also pose as lawyers, police officers, or medical staff to reinforce the story. Urgency and demands for secrecy discourage the victim from independently checking what happened.

Added November 6, 2026