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IRS Scam: How Robert Lost $83,000 Over 18 Months
Robert’s Story
Robert, 74, from Florida, first received a call in January 2025 from someone claiming to be from the IRS.
“You owe $22,000 in back taxes. If you don’t pay immediately, we will have you arrested and your Social Security benefits will be garnished.”
Robert was terrified. He had always paid his taxes. He didn’t remember owing anything.
Over the next 18 months, Robert paid $83,000 in gift cards, wire transfers, and prepaid debit cards to scammers who called him dozens of times.