Perguntas Frequentes
Sobre Inheritance Scam
1 What is Inheritance Scam?
Fake inheritances from unknown deceased relatives.
2 How does Inheritance Scam work?
Email from lawyer claims distant relative died leaving you millions To transfer funds, you must pay legal fees, taxes, or bribes Fees keep increasing, inheritance never materializes
3 How can I protect myself from Inheritance Scam?
You wont inherit from strangers Never pay to receive money Verify through legitimate lawyers Report to FTC
4 What should I do if I'm a victim of Inheritance Scam?
If you've been targeted by Inheritance Scam, stop all communication with the scammer immediately. Document all evidence including messages, transactions, and contact information. Report to local police and file a complaint with the FTC at ftc.gov/complaint. Contact your bank if any financial information was compromised.
5 How do I report Inheritance Scam?
Report Inheritance Scam to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at ftc.gov/complaint, your local police department, and any platforms where the scam occurred. For internet-based scams, also report to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at ic3.gov.