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New bitcoin sextortion scams in Canada use photos of victims’ homes

Author: Content Editor
Citizens in Canada have been receiving letters demanding $1,900 in bitcoin or risk having their personal information and explicit content exposed to their loved ones. Fraudsters are now using Google Maps streetview to appear more legitimate, with victims feeling unnerved as scammers possess their personal details and even images of their homes. The York Regional Police have warned residents in the Greater Toronto region about the use of publicly available information to enhance the credibility of the scams. While the threats have so far been empty and victims remain unconvinced, individuals are advised to check their devices for malware, report incidents to local police, and avoid sending any money.

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