FBI Warns Of Bomb Threat Scam

The FBI is warning Oregonians about a bomb threat scam.  The agency says it has received several reports of the threats being received by businesses and agencies in the state through its Internet Complaint Center.  The language in every case appears to be very similar.  The threat message says the bad actor has planted bombs in the organization and that if anyone contacts police, the bombs will be detonated remotely.  There is a demand for a payment of $5,000 – $20,000 to be made through an email or cryptocurrency address.  The messages also include death threats to the recipients and their families.  So far, the threats are targeting internet service providers, education institutions, and health care providers.  If you receive such a threat, the FBI recommends that you do NOT pay the ransom and that you notify them at www.ic3.gov

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