December 26, 2025 – The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about increased activity in scams involving money transfers through cryptocurrency ATMs. In a recent Facebook post, HCSO shared the following information:
STOP CRYPTOCURRENCY SCAMS
Protect yourself and your loved ones! Cryptocurrency scams are on the rise. If someone asks you to pay a fine, “fix” a computer virus, or keep an investment secret using crypto, it’s a scam. Remember: crypto transactions are irreversible.
Does this sound familiar?
Were you encouraged to send cryptocurrency to repair a virus on your computer?
Were you told the only way to protect your money was by making deposits to cryptocurrency ATMs?
Did someone ask you to lie to the bank or keep the reason for your cryptocurrency purchase a secret?
Are you in a relationship with someone online who is asking you to send them cryptocurrency purchased at an ATM?
Has anyone promised high returns on a cryptocurrency investment?
Did someone representing a government agency or law enforcement organization call and request you provide cryptocurrency to satisfy a warrant, a fine, or to post a bond for a relative in jail or prison?
Scammers may use cryptocurrencies because the transactions are irreversible and hard to trace.
If you suspect you are being scammed please contact the Sheriff’s Office for assistance before any transactions. 903-438-4040
