Maryland police: Phishing scam targeting Gmail users spreads, scammers extort Bitcoin

ChainCatcher news, according to Bitcoin.com, the Maryland police have issued a warning about a phishing scam targeting Gmail users that is spreading. Scammers are extorting Bitcoin by sending Google Maps photos containing the victim's address and threatening to disclose false damaging information.

The police explained that scammers typically use blackmail tactics, claiming to possess damaging information about the victim and threatening to make this information public if Bitcoin is not paid. Scammers usually offer two options: pay the ransom or face the risk of information disclosure.

Similar scams have also occurred in places like California and Nevada.