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Man Loses $200,000 Life Savings To Government Impersonation Scam Fears Losing His Home To IRS Lien
A man lost nearly $200,000 in a sophisticated impersonation scam after criminals posing as federal authorities convinced him he was under investigation for serious crimes. Fearing legal consequences, he followed instructions to move his money into so-called “secure accounts,” withdrawing cash, liquidating retirement funds, and handing over money and gold to couriers. By the time police intervened, his life savings were gone. Compounding the damage, the withdrawals triggered more than $30,000 in tax liabilities, leaving him facing potential IRS liens and financial ruin. Authorities say the case highlights how scammers exploit fear, urgency, and a victim’s sense of responsibility to bypass rational decision-making.